2007 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 98 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. 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 (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic 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 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | Grand Prix | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |