2006 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 514 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Accord | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
