2006 Pontiac GTO vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 297 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 845 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Corolla 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 2000 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2006 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 2006 Pontiac GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac GTO | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | GTO | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5969 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
