2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | HR-V | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1414 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |