2002 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 5 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, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 59 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2007 BMW 330 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 2007 BMW 330. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 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 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Grand Prix | 330 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
