2001 Opel Corsa vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,399 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 194 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. 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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (264 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Corsa | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 76 L |
