2000 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 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 197 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 88 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, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (203 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (193 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Pontiac | Mazda |
Model | Grand Prix | 6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5699 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 193 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2789 mm |