1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Pontiac GTO

To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 and 1999 Pontiac GTO were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac GTO. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 201 kg more than 1999 Pontiac GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 Audi A4 (400 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac GTO. (203 Nm). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac GTO. 1999 Pontiac GTO has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Pontiac GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Audi A4 1999 Pontiac GTO
Make Audi Pontiac
Model A4 GTO
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 2398 cc
Horse Power 262 HP 144 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 203 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1199 kg
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2570 mm