2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Silverado | GTO |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |