2004 Pontiac GTO vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (314 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac XTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 222 kg more than 2004 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac GTO | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
Make | Pontiac | Cadillac |
Model | GTO | XTS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5669 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 358 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.5 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2831 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |