2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2000 Renault P55
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 Renault P55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault P55 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (176 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Renault P55. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault P55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault P55 weights approximately 364 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 (278 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault P55. (260 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault P55.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | 2000 Renault P55 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Grand Am | P55 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1406 kg | 1770 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
