2003 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 7 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 64 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent. 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Accent 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 | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
| Model | Grand Prix | Accent |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
