2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 7 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 90 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 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 (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Am | Yaris |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |