2005 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. (312 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Prix | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
