Chevrolet Corvette vs. Pontiac GTO
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chevrolet Corvette and Pontiac GTO contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Chevrolet Corvette and the Pontiac GTO.
When comparing the Chevrolet Corvette's and the Pontiac GTO's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Corvette has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Pontiac GTO has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Chevrolet Corvette and Pontiac GTO have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Corvette's and the Pontiac GTO's specifications and ratings, the Pontiac GTO is a better car than the Chevrolet Corvette.
Pricing: A used 2006 Chevrolet Corvette ranges from $16,999 to $46,840 while a used 2006 Pontiac GTO is priced between $13,986 to $31,543.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the Chevrolet Corvette and the Pontiac GTO makes 400 horsepower. The Corvette is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 468 miles. The GTO is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 342 miles. This gives the Chevrolet Corvette the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Pontiac GTO. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Pontiac GTO has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more , and front shoulder room. The Chevrolet Corvette, a sports car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and cargo space.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$44,490
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$67,067
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$34,710 - $151,245
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$31,990
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$28,530
Price Range:
$16,999 - $46,840
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$25,796
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$11,485 - $52,761
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
132
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
50,239
# Good or Great Deals:
39
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$22,196
Price Range:
$13,986 - $31,543
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
31
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
69,066
# Good or Great Deals:
11
Chevrolet Corvette Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Pontiac GTO Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Corvette
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Pontiac GTO
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
3.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
1 - 4.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Chevrolet Corvette Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 41Ranking
4 out of / 41Ranking
4 out of / 41Ranking
11 out of / 41Ranking
11 out of / 41Ranking
16 out of / 41Ranking
23 out of / 32Pontiac GTO Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Chevrolet Corvette Trim Levels
Not yet available
Pontiac GTO Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
400 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
400 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.126 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
400 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
400 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.107 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 26 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
288 / 468 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
252 / 342 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Heated Seats
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
22 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
52.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Cargo Space:
7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
91.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3179 lbs
Width:
72.6 inches
Height:
49.1 inches
Length:
174.6 inches
Wheelbase:
105.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3725 lbs
Width:
72.5 inches
Height:
54.9 inches
Length:
189.8 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P285/35ZR19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45ZR17
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
LeMans Blue Metallic
Orange
Daytona Sunset Orange Metallic
Red
Monterey Red Metallic Tintcoat / Victory Red
Silver
Machine Silver Metallic
White
Arctic White
Yellow
Velocity Yellow Tintcoat
Gray
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Phantom Black Metallic
Blue
Impulse Blue Metallic
Orange
Brazen Orange Metallic
Red
Spice Red Metallic / Torrid Red
Silver
Quicksilver Metallic
White
Not available
Yellow
Not available
Gray
Cyclone Gray Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Cashmere leather
Black
Ebony leather
Gray
Titanium Gray leather
Red
Red leather
Blue
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black premium leather
Gray
Not available
Red
Red premium leather
Blue
Blue premium leather
