2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Grand Am 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 76 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 21 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 (278 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Am | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1406 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
