Honda Accord 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 | Honda AccordLX | Pontiac Grand PrixBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2008 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Honda AccordLX | Pontiac Grand PrixBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $28,395 | $22,210 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Honda AccordLX | Pontiac Grand PrixBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| City MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 37 MPG (best) | 28 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 14.8 gal | 17 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Honda AccordLX | Pontiac Grand PrixBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 192 hp | 200 hp (best) |
| Torque | 192 lb-ft | 230 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 1.5 L | 3.8 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Honda AccordLX | Pontiac Grand PrixBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 16.7 cu ft | 57 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,239 lbs (best) | 3,477 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 111.4 in (best) | 110.5 in |
| Length | 195.7 in | 198.3 in (best) |
| Width | 73.3 in (best) | 71.6 in |
| Height | 57.1 in (best) | 55.9 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Honda AccordLX | Pontiac Grand PrixBase |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 | Honda Accord | Pontiac Grand Prix |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $28,395 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $22,210 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | SE $30,695 MSRP | GXP $29,325 MSRP |
| 3 | Sport Hybrid $33,795 MSRP | — |
| 4 | EX-L Hybrid $35,095 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Sport-L Hybrid $35,495 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Touring Hybrid $39,495 MSRP | — |