Ford Escort vs Pontiac Grand Prix
The Ford Escort is more fuel-efficient at 28 MPG combined, against 21 MPG for the Pontiac Grand Prix. At EPA assumptions that is about $800 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Escort | Pontiac Grand Prix | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 729 | 1,064 |
| Most reported problem | Air bags | Steering |
| Crashes and fires | 78 and 133 | 52 and 123 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 80,000 miles | 101,000 miles |
| Recalls | 1 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 28 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 24 and 34 | 18 and 26 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,400 | $3,200 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 729 complaints for the Ford Escort and 1,064 for the Pontiac Grand Prix. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 1 for the Ford Escort, 5 for the Pontiac Grand Prix.