2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1454 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (279 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Five Hundred | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Five Hundred | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 279 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |