2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2001 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1202 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 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander 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 Freelander (317 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. (278 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Freelander | 2001 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
Model | Freelander | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3192 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 278 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |