2004 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 7 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 50 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 696 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Prix | R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
