1999 Pontiac GTO vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac GTO. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac GTO.
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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac GTO. (203 Nm). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac GTO. 1999 Pontiac GTO has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Dakota 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 Pontiac GTO | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Pontiac | Dodge |
| Model | GTO | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 3701 cc |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3340 mm |
