2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 12 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 202 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Outlander | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2377 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
