2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2000 Tata E
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 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Tata E 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 22 more horse power than 2000 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 43 kg more than 2000 Tata E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Tata E 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 Tata E. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata E. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2000 Tata E has manual transmission. 2000 Tata E 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 | 2000 Tata E | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tata |
| Model | Grand Am | E |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
