2007 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 66 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Accord | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |