2007 Acura RL vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 231 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | RL | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2820 mm |
