2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 278 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Pontiac Grand Am | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Am | Carina |
Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |