2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2012 Hyundai H1

To start off, 2012 Hyundai H1 is newer by 4 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 31 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai H1. (169 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai H1.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai H1. 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai H1 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.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Pontiac Grand Prix 2012 Hyundai H1
Make Pontiac Hyundai
Model Grand Prix H1
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3790 cc 2359 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 169 HP
Torque 312 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 97 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 9 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 5130 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 75 L


 

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