2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (176 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Acadia | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Acadia | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 54 L |