2004 Pontiac GTO vs. 2004 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2004 Pontiac GTO and 2004 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 189 more horse power than 2004 Volvo C70. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Volvo C70. 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, 2004 Volvo C70, 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 (495 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo C70. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac GTO | 2004 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | GTO | C70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5669 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 230 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |