2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1387 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.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (264 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Am | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3399 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
