2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 233 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (264 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (249 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Taurus | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
