2006 Pontiac GTO vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Vectra 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 247 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 475 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra, 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 (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra 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. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Pontiac GTO | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Pontiac | Vauxhall |
Model | GTO | Vectra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5969 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |