2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 1 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 99 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Caterham 7 | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Caterham | Pontiac |
Model | 7 | GTO |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |