2004 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (290 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Prix | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
