2005 Pontiac GTO vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 6 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 200 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 193 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen CC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Pontiac GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac GTO | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | GTO | CC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
