2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 1 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 369 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 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-350 (621 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. (298 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | F-350 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 64 L |
