2005 Peugeot 607 vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 607 and 2005 Pontiac Grand Am were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 607 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 233 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. 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 Peugeot 607 (285 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (279 Nm). This means 2005 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Peugeot 607 | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
Model | 607 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 279 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |