2005 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1999 Saturn SC
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Saturn SC 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 75 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 357 kg more than 1999 Saturn SC. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SC. (158 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | 1999 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saturn |
| Model | Grand Am | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
