1999 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan X-Trail 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 204 more horse power than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. (146 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail 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) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. (136 Nm). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. 2003 Pontiac GTO has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Nissan X-Trail | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | X-Trail | GTO |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 495 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 | 1260 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |