2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 580 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 178 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Stilo | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Stilo | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |