2000 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 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 20 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2000 Audi A8 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, 2000 Audi A8 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A8 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
