1999 Pontiac GTO vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 12 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, 1999 Pontiac GTO (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (320 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac GTO. (203 Nm). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac GTO | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | GTO | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2807 mm |
