2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 424 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express, 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 (543 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Express | GTO |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |