2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 87 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 583 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Taurus | GTO |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |