2007 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2013 Volvo X670

To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 6 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 572 kg more than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 2013 Volvo X670
Make Pontiac Volvo
Model Grand Prix X670
Year Released 2007 2013
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3786 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V dual-disk rotary
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 6 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 296 HP
Torque 312 Nm 441 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 93 mm
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1356 kg 1928 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4838 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1604 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2815 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 12.1 L/100km


 

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