2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2001 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 723 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. (278 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2001 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
