2000 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Auris. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 52 kg more than 2008 Toyota Auris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Pontiac Trans Am. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (454 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Auris. (130 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Pontiac Trans Am | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Trans Am | Auris |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 130 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |