2002 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 219 kg more than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.

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, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Accord 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Honda Pontiac
Model Accord Grand Prix
Year Released 2002 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3001 cc 3790 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 166 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 264 Nm 380 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86.1 mm 96.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.1 mm 86.4 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1566 kg 1347 kg
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 64 L


 

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