2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 1 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 21 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 548 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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, 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (331 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (279 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Sprinter | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 3498 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 53 L |
