2005 Marcos TS vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS 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 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TS. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 615 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (495 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Marcos TS | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Marcos | Pontiac |
Model | TS | GTO |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 5669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 495 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |