2004 Pontiac GTO vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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 173 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 237 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord. 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, 2010 Honda Accord, 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac GTO | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | GTO | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5669 cc | 2400 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 | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 218 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |