2005 Nissan Almera vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, both 2005 Nissan Almera 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 (200 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (112 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Almera weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix.

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 (312 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan Almera 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Nissan Pontiac
Model Almera Grand Prix
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 3786 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 112 HP 200 HP
Torque 138 Nm 312 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.4:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1650 kg
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 64 L


 

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