1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 196 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (468 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. 2004 Pontiac GTO has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Camaro | GTO |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
