2003 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 38 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Prix | Touran |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
