2001 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 10 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, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 308 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford Flex, 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Flex. (336 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Flex. 2011 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 2001 Pontiac Trans Am has manual transmission. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Trans Am | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | Trans Am | Flex |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2995 mm |
