2000 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 5 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 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 242 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Prix | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| 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 | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2800 mm |
