2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2006 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2006 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 4 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 67 more horse power than 2006 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2006 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | 2006 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Proton |
| Model | Grand Am | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
