2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 3,399 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1509 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (264 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
Model | Defender | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 3399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 264 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |