2004 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO

To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. (190 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 299 kg more than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. (319 Nm). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Wrangler.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Jeep Wrangler 2006 Pontiac GTO
Make Jeep Pontiac
Model Wrangler GTO
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3966 cc 5969 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 542 Nm
Engine Bore Size 99.1 mm 101.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 91.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.9:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1686 kg 1985 kg
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 68 L


 

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