2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1152 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | F-150 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2820 mm |
