2005 Pontiac GTO vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 5 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 100 more horse power than 2010 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RL weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2010 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RL. (367 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac GTO | 2010 Acura RL | |
Make | Pontiac | Acura |
Model | GTO | RL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 367 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4971 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |