2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 874 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | F-250 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2990 mm |
