2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 617 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (279 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Elise | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
Model | Elise | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 279 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 53 L |