2006 Lexus LS vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Lexus LS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Lexus LS. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LS weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Pontiac GTO.
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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus LS. (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus LS | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Lexus | Pontiac |
Model | LS | GTO |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 278 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 70 L |