2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 279 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Silverado | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 66 L |
