2000 Mazda Demio vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 660 kg more than 2000 Mazda Demio. 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Demio. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Demio | 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Demio | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |
