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


 

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