2003 Pontiac GTO vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 4 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 242 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 650 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2003 Pontiac GTO has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | GTO | Yaris |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.7 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |