2004 Pontiac GTO vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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 173 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 400 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac GTO | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
| Model | GTO | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5669 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1290 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
