2001 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 12 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 515 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. (278 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Am | E |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4913 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2874 mm |
