2000 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2002 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 632 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Grand Prix | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 92 L |