2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. (290 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 776 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover LR3 | 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
Model | LR3 | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |