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Pontiac Grand Prix 3.8

General information

ModelPontiac Grand Prix 3.8
Year1997
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating64.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3785 ccm (230.96 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3785 ccm (230.96 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power200.00 PS (147 kW or 197 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque305.00 Nm (31.1 kgf-m or 225.0 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke96.5 x 86.4 mm (3.8 x 3.4 inches)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlPushrod/overhead valve (OHV)
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1290 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space5410 litres (1,429 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (484.3 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1550 kg (3,417.2 pounds)
Overall length5000 mm (196.9 inches)
Overall width1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2810 mm (110.6 inches)
Fuel capacity66.0 litres (17.44 gallons)
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