2006 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. 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, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am (278 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2001 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Civic | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3498 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
