2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2007 Suzuki Aerio

To start off, 2007 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 5 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 21 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 371 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Suzuki Aerio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Aerio will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Aerio.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Pontiac Grand Am 2007 Suzuki Aerio
Make Pontiac Suzuki
Model Grand Am Aerio
Year Released 2002 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3350 cc 2293 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 176 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1406 kg 1035 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 50 L


 

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