2009 Acura TL vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 5 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 120 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 132 kg more than 2004 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2004 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 2004 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL, 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Acura | Pontiac |
Model | TL | GTO |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |