2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Silverado and 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1004 kg more than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Silverado | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 414 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |