2003 Pontiac GTO vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 8 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 240 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 571 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2011 Hyundai Accent, 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent. 2003 Pontiac GTO has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Accent 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 | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
| Model | GTO | Accent |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
