2000 Kia Clarus vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Kia Clarus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 334 kg more than 2000 Kia Clarus. 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 Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Clarus. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Clarus has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Clarus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Clarus | 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Clarus | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3110 mm |
