2001 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 318 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2001 Pontiac Trans Am 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 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am (455 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (285 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Trans Am | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Trans Am | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 285 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |