2009 Ford Maverick vs. 2001 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Maverick weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick 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, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am (278 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Maverick | 2001 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Maverick | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
