2003 Pontiac GTO vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 3 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 720 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. 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, 2006 Smart ForFour, 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 2003 Pontiac GTO has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac GTO | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Pontiac | Smart |
| Model | GTO | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
