2004 Pontiac GTO vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 9 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac GTO. (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 47 kg more than 2004 Pontiac GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac GTO. (495 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac GTO | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
Model | GTO | GT-R |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5669 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 538 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 628 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |