2000 Ariel Atom vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 2000 Ariel Atom and 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2000 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 1068 kg more than 2000 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ariel Atom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ariel Atom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2000 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2000 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ariel | Pontiac |
| Model | Atom | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3160 mm |
