2005 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1996 Volvo 460
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 3,498 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 93 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 460. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 377 kg more than 1996 Volvo 460. 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 (279 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 460. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | 1996 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Am | 460 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
