2003 Pontiac GTO vs. 2011 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo 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 280 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 550 kg more than 2011 Tata Indigo. 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 Tata Indigo, 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo. 2003 Pontiac GTO has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indigo 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 Tata Indigo
Make Pontiac Tata
Model GTO Indigo
Year Released 2003 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5665 cc 1403 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 9.0:1
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 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 42 L