2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 1 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Pontiac Grand Am | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Am | Camry |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |