The Grand Am and the Grand Prix are two of the most popular Pontiac vehicles today. The mechanics and the style of these magnificent machines may seem similar at a close glance; however, they are different in many ways. For instance, the driver controls, engines, and the body styles set them apart from one another. Indeed, the Grand Am is the better of the two cars, and it catches the eye of every passerby. Now, let us take a look at the various features both of these Grand cars have to offer.
The driver controls of these two cars are quite comfortable. For instance, the Grand Prix offers a dual-zone automatic air conditioning. The Grand Am offers front manual air conditioning. Both vehicles provide the driver with a Monsoon sound system and compact disc player, but the Grand Am comes with XM satellite Radio. The Grand Prix has front and rear reading lamps, but unlike the Grand Am, it does not have theatre dimming. These features are very important to a driver and their comfort.
The Grand Prix engine is a little larger than the Grand Am, but it is not the least bit better. It comes standard as a 3.4 liter V6. It carries the car with 200 horsepower and 230 lb-ft of torque. This engine has the largest engine displacement in its class. The Grand Am provides similar power with its 3.4 liter V6. Performing with 175 horsepower and 205 lb-ft of torque, anyone can go 0 to 60 miles per hour in less than eight seconds. Grand Am also has the only Ram Air system in its segment to boost the air flow to the engine. Wow, these two vehicles have great power and impressive handling.
The extreme body style of the Grand Am puts it in a whole new performance class than the Grand Prix. The Grand Am shows a more intricate body shape in that it has more curves and distinguishing lines. This is important for greater air resistance while at high speeds. The Grand Prix has a more plain bo
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