2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP) has 195 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 169 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Corvette | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 543 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |