2000 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 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 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 9 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 2004 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (264 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Grand Prix | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 563 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |