2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 889 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2003 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 2003 Pontiac GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Express | GTO |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |