2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 11 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Explorer (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1010 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 2013 Ford Explorer 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, 2013 Ford Explorer 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, 2013 Ford Explorer (475 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (264 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Explorer 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 | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | Grand Am | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3399 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 2209 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
