2009 Acura TL vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 7 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (176 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 44 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Acura | Pontiac |
Model | TL | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |