2001 Acura RL vs. 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 61 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | RL | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
