2000 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 217 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. 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, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (203 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | Grand Prix | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
