2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | F-250 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 3491 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 54 L |
