2005 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2013 Nissan Juke

To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke is newer by 8 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Juke. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 147 kg more than 2013 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (298 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Juke.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Pontiac Grand Prix 2013 Nissan Juke
Make Pontiac Nissan
Model Grand Prix Juke
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3786 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 185 HP
Torque 298 Nm 240 Nm
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 81 mm
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1577 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4125 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1765 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.8 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 45 L


 

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