1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 218 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (495 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Corvette | GTO |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
