2001 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 100 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 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (390 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. (278 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. 2001 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Grand Am | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Grand Am | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 390 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |