2005 Audi S6 vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Audi S6 is newer by 1 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 65 more horse power than 2005 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S6 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2005 Audi S6 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, 2005 Audi S6 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | S6 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
