2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2008 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, both 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix and 2008 Volkswagen Fox were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 131 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 267 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. 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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (156 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Fox has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Fox will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2008 Volkswagen Fox | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Prix | Fox |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 69 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |