2007 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 21 more horse power than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 109 kg more than 2010 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota RAV4.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 2010 Toyota RAV4
Make Pontiac Toyota
Model Grand Prix RAV4
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3786 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 179 HP
Torque 312 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1633 kg 1524 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1816 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1684 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2659 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 60 L


 

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