2000 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2008 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2008 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 8 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2008 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2008 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Proton |
| Model | Grand Prix | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2610 mm |
