2001 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 70 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 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am (278 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester. 2001 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Forester 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 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Am | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2615 mm |
