2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 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 100 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2003 Pontiac GTO.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
Model | 300 | GTO |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |