2005 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 357 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (353 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (279 Nm). This means 2013 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Grand Am | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Pontiac | Jeep |
Model | Grand Am | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 353 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2423 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |