2009 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | X5 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |
