Pontiac Grand Am vs. Chevrolet Camaro
In comparing the Pontiac Grand Am's and the Chevrolet Camaro's specifications and ratings, the Pontiac Grand Am has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Chevrolet Camaro has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Pontiac Grand Am's and the Chevrolet Camaro's specifications and ratings, the Pontiac Grand Am is a better car than the Chevrolet Camaro.
Pontiac Grand Am vs. Chevrolet Camaro Pricing
A used 2002 Pontiac Grand Am ranges from $1,956 to $6,669 while a used 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is priced between $9,663 to $48,337.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Pontiac Grand Am’s base engine makes 138 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Camaro base engine makes 200 horsepower. The Grand Am is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 420 miles. The Camaro is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 464 miles.This gives the Pontiac Grand Am the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Chevrolet Camaro the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Chevrolet Camaro has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1956 - 6669
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9663 - 48337
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.325295
Pontiac Grand Am Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Camaro Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.314033 / 10
Reliability:
7.628066 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Pontiac Grand Am Rankings
Not yet available
Chevrolet Camaro Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
2 out of / 15Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
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3 out of / 9Ranking
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4 out of / 15Ranking
4 out of / 9Ranking
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4 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
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6 out of / 6Ranking
8 out of / 15Ranking
8 out of / 15Ranking
8 out of / 10Ranking
8 out of / 9Ranking
10 out of / 15Ranking
14 out of / 15Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Pontiac Grand Am Trim Levels
Not yet available
Chevrolet Camaro Trim Levels
Base, Z28
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
138 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
145 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
225 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
308 / 420 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 29 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
272 / 464 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
43 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
26.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
43.5 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3116 lbs
Width:
70.4 inches
Height:
55.1 inches
Length:
186.3 inches
Wheelbase:
107 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3500 lbs
Width:
74.1 inches
Height:
51.8 inches
Length:
193.5 inches
Wheelbase:
101.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/60R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R16