2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1999 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,399 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1999 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 (264 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota RAV4. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota RAV4 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 | 1999 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Am | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3399 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
