2005 Nissan Altima vs. 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
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 Nissan Altima (338 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Altima | 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Altima | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
