2006 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 163 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Prix | Avensis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 127 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |