2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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 3,399 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 271 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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (264 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2013 Suzuki Kizashi has manual transmission. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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 | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Am | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3399 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |
