1997 Isuzu VehiCross 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 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 32 kg more than 2004 Pontiac GTO.
Because 1997 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Isuzu VehiCross | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Isuzu | Pontiac |
| Model | VehiCross | GTO |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2880 mm |
