2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 100 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1225 kg more than 2004 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado 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) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Silverado | GTO |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 542 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2910 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |