2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Accent and 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (101 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 598 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Accent | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
