2007 Nissan Xterra vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 127 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Xterra | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Xterra | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
