2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,399 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Camry weights approximately 221 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (264 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | 2001 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Am | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3399 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
