2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa 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 74 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 344 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Corsa | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1414 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
