2007 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 4 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 78 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1048 kg more than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2011 Ford E-150 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 2011 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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 (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Pontiac | Ford |
Model | Grand Prix | E-150 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5670 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2093 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 125 L |