2005 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Civic | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 3130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
