2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (176 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
Model | Grand Am | Colorado |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1406 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |