2007 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Prix | Jetta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5670 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |