2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 161 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson, 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, 2005 Pontiac GTO (536 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2005 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Tucson | GTO |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2646 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
