1999 Pontiac GTO vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mark II is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 2,398 cc, 1999 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac GTO. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 311 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 2000 Toyota Mark II 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II 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 Pontiac GTO (203 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac GTO | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | GTO | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 1510 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |
