2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, both 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision and 2002 Pontiac Grand Am were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision weights approximately 62 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision 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 Mercedes-Benz Vision. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (530 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (264 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | Vision | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 264 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |