2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Ram 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 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 398 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Ram | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |