2005 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 6 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 53 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 134 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Grand Am | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
Model | Grand Am | Cube |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 172 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1268 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |