2005 Pontiac GTO vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 7 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 292 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2005 Pontiac GTO.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A, 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac GTO | 2012 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GTO | A |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
