2006 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1214 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Prix | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
