2008 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 372 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
Model | Grandis | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |