2000 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 2011 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Delta is newer by 11 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 28 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler Delta. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Delta weights approximately 48 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Trans Am.
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, 2011 Chrysler Delta, 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler Delta. (206 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Trans Am | 2011 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chrysler |
| Model | Trans Am | Delta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
