2003 Pontiac GTO vs. 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, both 2003 Pontiac GTO and 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 230 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 503 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier has automatic transmission and 2003 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 2003 Pontiac GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Pontiac GTO | 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
Model | GTO | Cavalier |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1187 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 56 L |