2001 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 870 kg more than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Pontiac GTO 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 2003 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Pride Wagon | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Pride Wagon | GTO |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |