2000 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 9 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 9 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (164 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 233 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Prix | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
