2005 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2009 Renault Logan
To start off, 2009 Renault Logan is newer by 4 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 92 more horse power than 2009 Renault Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 122 kg more than 2009 Renault Logan. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Logan. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Grand Am | 2009 Renault Logan | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Grand Am | Logan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 128 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |