2003 Pontiac GTO vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac GTO 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 128 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (222 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6. 2005 Audi A6 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. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac GTO | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | GTO | A6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
