2007 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix and 2007 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 24 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (176 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 249 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Prix | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 176 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 15.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |