1999 Mazda Activehicle vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Activehicle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Activehicle would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mazda Activehicle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle 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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Activehicle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda Activehicle | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Activehicle | GTO |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
