2009 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 535 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Accord | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
