2006 Pontiac GTO vs. 1995 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 730 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (543 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac GTO | 1995 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | GTO | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |