2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2011 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. 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 47 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Grandeur. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 2011 Hyundai Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2011 Hyundai Grandeur | |
| Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
| Model | Grand Prix | Grandeur |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
