2004 BMW 535 vs. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 474 kg more than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.

Compare all specifications:

2004 BMW 535 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make BMW Pontiac
Model 535 Grand Prix
Year Released 2004 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3430 cc 3786 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 268 HP 200 HP
Torque 560 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 16.5:1 9.4:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 1356 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 5040 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.5 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L


 

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