2005 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2007 Toyota Dyna

To start off, 2007 Toyota Dyna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Grand Am 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 85 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Dyna. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Dyna.

Because 2007 Toyota Dyna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Dyna will offer significantly more control. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Dyna. (192 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Dyna.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Pontiac Grand Am 2007 Toyota Dyna
Make Pontiac Toyota
Model Grand Am Dyna
Year Released 2005 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 2986 cc
Horse Power 175 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 279 Nm 192 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1970 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2550 mm


 

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