2006 Pontiac GTO vs. 1989 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac GTO | 1989 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
Model | GTO | Samurai |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5969 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |