2001 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 286 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Prix | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |