2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 612 kg more than 2003 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (203 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Seicento | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Seicento | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 5699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2820 mm |
