2000 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (176 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Audi A4 (339 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A4 | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | A4 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |