2003 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Sierra weights approximately 585 kg more than 2004 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2003 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sierra 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Sierra | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Sierra | GTO |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
