2007 Ford F-150 vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-150 | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | F-150 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6310 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4150 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 54 L |