2008 Audi A5 vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 263 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 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, 2008 Audi A5 (331 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A5 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
