2007 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix and 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 85 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Polo, 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (85 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Prix | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 115 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 1221 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |