2005 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 592 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio. 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 Pontiac Grand Am (285 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Grand Am | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
