2004 Pontiac GTO vs. 1993 Renault Express
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 865 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Express, 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express. 2004 Pontiac GTO has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1993 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac GTO | 1993 Renault Express | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | GTO | Express |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
