2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 653 kg more than 2003 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram. 2003 Pontiac GTO has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Ram | GTO |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
