2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (543 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (345 Nm). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Explorer | GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
