2006 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus 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 19 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (151 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 193 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Focus | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 54 L |
