2007 Nissan Altima vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Altima. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 127 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Altima | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Altima | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 54 L |