2004 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2009 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 30 more horse power than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 111 kg more than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2009 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saab |
| Model | Grand Prix | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
