2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (175 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 786 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Dakota | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3703 cc | 3349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1414 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 54 L |