2004 Pontiac GTO vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Holden Captiva is newer by 7 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2011 Holden Captiva. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Holden Captiva weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2011 Holden Captiva 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, 2011 Holden Captiva 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 (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac GTO | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Pontiac | Holden |
Model | GTO | Captiva |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |