2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2003 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 262 kg more than 2003 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, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2003 Honda Civic | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | Grand Prix | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5670 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |