2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 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 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 1019 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Expedition. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2006 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 2006 Pontiac GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Expedition | GTO |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 68 L |
