2005 Pontiac GTO vs. 1993 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2005 Pontiac GTO is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1993 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 315 kg more than 1993 Holden Commodore. 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, 2005 Pontiac GTO (536 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac GTO | 1993 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Pontiac | Holden |
Model | GTO | Commodore |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 295 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |