2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 9 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 778 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.
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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (264 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Pilot 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 | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | Grand Am | Pilot |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3399 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 343 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 79 L |