2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2000 Lexus IS
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus IS 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 17 more horse power than 2000 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 13 kg more than 2000 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lexus IS 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 2000 Lexus IS. 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 Pontiac Grand Am (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Pontiac Grand Am | 2000 Lexus IS | |
Make | Pontiac | Lexus |
Model | Grand Am | IS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |