2005 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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 3,498 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 7 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 42 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Grand Am | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Am | Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4277 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |