2000 Holden Vectra 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 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Holden Vectra. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 113 kg more than 2000 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2000 Holden Vectra has manual transmission. 2000 Holden Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Vectra | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Holden | Pontiac |
Model | Vectra | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |