2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 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 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 91 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (290 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Am | Avensis |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |