2003 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 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 8 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Prix | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |