2001 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1182 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac Escalade 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 2010 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. (278 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Grand Am | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Pontiac | Cadillac |
Model | Grand Am | Escalade |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 565 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3302 mm |