2007 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 46 kg more than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (279 Nm). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Grand Prix | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 279 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |