2001 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 11 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 202 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Prix | Murano |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 82 L |
