2002 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2006 BMW 630
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 630 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 2006 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 2006 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2006 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Grand Prix | 630 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
