2007 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 5 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 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2007 BMW 320 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 2007 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 320 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1414 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |