2004 Pontiac GTO vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 329 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 440 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac GTO | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | GTO | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |