2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 2005 Marcos TSO 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP) has 275 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 407 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2005 Marcos TSO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Marcos TSO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Marcos TSO (535 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Marcos | Pontiac |
| Model | TSO | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 475 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 535 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
