2002 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 2002 Chevrolet SSR and 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Chevrolet SSR 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 2002 Chevrolet SSR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet SSR | 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | SSR | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5316 cc | 3129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 449 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1564 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3110 mm |