Acura RL vs Pontiac Grand Prix
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2008 Pontiac Grand Prix
Overview
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Pontiac Grand PrixBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2012 | 2008 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Pontiac Grand PrixBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $48,200 | $22,210 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Pontiac Grand PrixBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 18 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.3 gal (best) | 17 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Pontiac Grand PrixBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp (best) | 200 hp |
| Torque | 271 lb-ft (best) | 230 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.7 L | 3.8 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Pontiac Grand PrixBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.1 cu ft | 57 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,083 lbs | 3,477 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 110.5 in (best) |
| Length | 195.7 in | 198.3 in (best) |
| Width | 72.7 in (best) | 71.6 in |
| Height | 57.2 in (best) | 55.9 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Pontiac Grand PrixBase |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 6 | 1 (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura RL | Pontiac Grand Prix |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $48,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $22,210 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Technology Package $52,350 MSRP | GXP $29,325 MSRP |
| 3 | Technology Package - in HI $52,350 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Advance Package $56,150 MSRP | — |
Acura RL vs Pontiac Grand Prix FAQ
- Which is better: 2012 Acura RL or 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2012 Acura RL vs 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2012 Acura RL or 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix starts lower at $22,210.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2012 Acura RL or 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix?
- The 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (22,210).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2012 Acura RL or 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix?
- The 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
- Which has better horsepower: 2012 Acura RL or 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix?
- The 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix leads on horsepower in this comparison (303).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2012 Acura RL or 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix?
- The 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).