2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2001 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 1 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, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 42 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Intrepid | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Intrepid | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3160 mm |
