2005 Pontiac GTO vs. 2007 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac GTO 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 302 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 605 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2005 Pontiac GTO (536 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac GTO | 2007 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
Model | GTO | Ignis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 133 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |