2006 GTO vs 2008 G8 GXP vs Camaro SS - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

bigssc · 07-23-2013, 09:01 PM

Whats the main difference between these cars? besides the obvious (for all you trolls lol i know the GTO has an LS2 and the GXP has a LS3) do they all share the same platform for the most part? i have a buddy who has a GTO and a G8 GXP so i was just curious i tried looking through wikipedia but i didnt feel like reading though all the BS lol if any of you can summarize the differences that would be great.

(and when i say camaro ss i mean the 5th gens.)

LS1hawk · 07-23-2013, 09:13 PM

GTO was on the V platform, G8 and Camaro are both on the Zeta platform.

demonspeed · 07-23-2013, 09:43 PM

^ What he said.

Another way to think about it is the GTO was the 4-1/2 gen Camaro and the G8 was the Camaro sedan.

Don't forget the Catera was also on the V platform.

oklapike · 07-23-2013, 09:57 PM

Also, FWIW, I think the G8 was Zeta 1 while the Camaro was technically Zeta 1.5. I think there's a difference in the build process and there's a difference of just over two inches in the wheelbase (G8 being longer).

SmokiNstripes6913 · 07-23-2013, 11:35 PM

The 4th gen GTO was based off the Holden Commodore, which originated in Australia.

LimaCharlie · 07-23-2013, 11:53 PM

The GTO, G8, Camaro, and Chevrolet SS all have chassis platforms that originated in Australia (from Holden). The GTO was based on the Holden V-body platform, which dates back to the late 70's. The G8/Camaro/Chevrolet SS all ride on the Zeta platform. The Zeta replaced the V-platform.
The G8 and Chevrolet SS are basically a longer wheelbase, 4-door Camaro.

ZED SLED · 07-24-2013, 07:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SmokiNstripes6913

The 4th gen GTO was based off the Holden Commodore, which originated in Australia.

GTO was based on the Holden Monaro, which is the 2D version of the Commodore. I had an '06 GTO M6 and a '10 SS M6. Stock for stock the GTO would smoke the SS, unless you had to brake or turn, lol.

suzook · 07-24-2013, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by mclark10

GTO was based on the Holden Monaro, which is the 2D version of the Commodore. I had an '06 GTO M6 and a '10 SS M6. Stock for stock the GTO would smoke the SS, unless you had to brake or turn, lol.

Smoke the ss? How? Ss has more HP, and torque...and is only about 100lbs heavier...I don't buy it.

omgitsmikeyC · 07-24-2013, 08:41 AM

The GTOs feel faster because the way the weight transfers, but are indeed slower, and handle like a brick. Understeer into oversteer for cornering. The suspension on the Camaro is significantly better with weight management and body roll, making it not feel as fast as you are going.

TN 2010 SS · 07-24-2013, 09:05 AM

I had a 2004 GTO that I traded for my Camaro SS. The GTO handled rather poorly, had slow steering, and the worst brakes I've ever had on any car. The SS does everything well that the GTO didn't.

pyroguy · 08-03-2013, 12:13 PM

Also the GXP G8 is an 09 not an 08. It was a 415 horse/torque LS3 where the GTO only had a 400 horse LS2 in 05 and 06, but only had a 350 horse LS1 in 04. The Chevy SS and G8 are both based on the Aussie Holden Commodore. The Chevy SS is just a rebadged GXP G8 with worse looking body panels and no manual option.

FLGator75 · 08-03-2013, 08:59 PM

Smokescreen on the horizon.

OneSlowV · 08-05-2013, 03:04 PM

Drivers race all the way. Between the ls2 and camaro.

delphigto · 08-21-2013, 01:21 AM

I have had all three cars. They all have things they do well. The gto interior and ride was nicer than the camaro. The gto was easier to see out of and more of a luxury/sports car. The camaro has a little harsher ride but is a little faster stock to stock. As far as braking stock to stock hands down goes to the camaro. Both my camaro and gto both ended up with upgraded brakes and suspension and at that point I liked the gto better. However gtos cost more to make fast and take a lot of suspension work to get down the track well. Rear ends, drive shafts, and clutch don't hold up under abuse on the gto. The gto also wont take a very wide rear tire without a mini tub.The two g8s I've owned where my wife's and loved both of them. They are a smooth ride nice interior and never had any problems but never modded them to the gto and camaro extent. I think if you are trying to be as fast as you can be buy a camaro. If you have a family and still want some power buy a g8 or new Chevy ss. If you want a nice riding two door and want to daily drive it I personally like the gto. Outside looks defiantly go to the camaro and g8.

07-23-2013, 09:01 PM	#1
bigssc Account Suspended Drives: Black 2013 Camaro 2SS (auto L99) Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Long Island N.Y. Posts: 610	2006 GTO vs 2008 G8 GXP vs Camaro SS Whats the main difference between these cars? besides the obvious (for all you trolls lol i know the GTO has an LS2 and the GXP has a LS3) do they all share the same platform for the most part? i have a buddy who has a GTO and a G8 GXP so i was just curious i tried looking through wikipedia but i didnt feel like reading though all the BS lol if any of you can summarize the differences that would be great. (and when i say camaro ss i mean the 5th gens.)

07-23-2013, 09:13 PM	#2
LS1hawk Drives: 11 SGM 2SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: PA Posts: 479	GTO was on the V platform, G8 and Camaro are both on the Zeta platform. __________________

07-23-2013, 09:43 PM	#3
demonspeed not afraid of the wall Drives: Camaros Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 2,148	^ What he said. Another way to think about it is the GTO was the 4-1/2 gen Camaro and the G8 was the Camaro sedan. Don't forget the Catera was also on the V platform. __________________ 2023 1LE 1SS BCD GCF JF5 MN6 SIA SLN UQT 10/13/22: 1100 Past Camaros: 13 1LE\|02 SS\|01 Z28\|00 SS\|91 1LE\|91 Z28\|89 IROC-Z

07-23-2013, 11:53 PM	#6
LimaCharlie Drives: 2011 Camaro SS/RS - 2004 Silverado Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 2,989	The GTO, G8, Camaro, and Chevrolet SS all have chassis platforms that originated in Australia (from Holden). The GTO was based on the Holden V-body platform, which dates back to the late 70's. The G8/Camaro/Chevrolet SS all ride on the Zeta platform. The Zeta replaced the V-platform. The G8 and Chevrolet SS are basically a longer wheelbase, 4-door Camaro. __________________ 2011 Summit White Camaro 1SS/RS -6.2 LS3, TR6060, 3.45, G80 2004 Black Silverado 1500 2WD Regular Cab, Short Bed -5.3 LM7, 4L60E, 3.42, G80 2014 White Caprice PPV -6.0 L77, 6L80E, 2.92, G80

07-24-2013, 08:41 AM	#9
omgitsmikeyC Drives: 2014 CTS-V- totalled/ 45TH ss- SOLD Join Date: May 2013 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 1,096 View My Garage	The GTOs feel faster because the way the weight transfers, but are indeed slower, and handle like a brick. Understeer into oversteer for cornering. The suspension on the Camaro is significantly better with weight management and body roll, making it not feel as fast as you are going. __________________ 2014 CTS-V... with some go-fast bits coming

07-23-2013, 09:57 PM	#4
oklapike Drives: 2012 45th Anniversary SS Coupe Join Date: May 2012 Location: Northern California Posts: 522	Also, FWIW, I think the G8 was Zeta 1 while the Camaro was technically Zeta 1.5. I think there's a difference in the build process and there's a difference of just over two inches in the wheelbase (G8 being longer).

07-23-2013, 11:35 PM	#5
SmokiNstripes6913 Drives: 2013 Camaro 1LS Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Lancaster PA Posts: 143 View My Garage	The 4th gen GTO was based off the Holden Commodore, which originated in Australia.

07-24-2013, 09:05 AM	#10
TN 2010 SS Drives: Black 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Tennessee Posts: 86	I had a 2004 GTO that I traded for my Camaro SS. The GTO handled rather poorly, had slow steering, and the worst brakes I've ever had on any car. The SS does everything well that the GTO didn't.

08-03-2013, 12:13 PM	#11
pyroguy Started#gottalovethatblue Drives: ABM #832 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: TN Posts: 7,079 View My Garage	Also the GXP G8 is an 09 not an 08. It was a 415 horse/torque LS3 where the GTO only had a 400 horse LS2 in 05 and 06, but only had a 350 horse LS1 in 04. The Chevy SS and G8 are both based on the Aussie Holden Commodore. The Chevy SS is just a rebadged GXP G8 with worse looking body panels and no manual option. __________________ '10 Camaro 2SS/RS \| Aqua Blue #832 of 3,903 \| Silver Stripes Check out my build thread

08-03-2013, 08:59 PM	#12
FLGator75 Don't Tread on me! Drives: 2017 Yellow Camaro RS/V-6. Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Yulee, FL Posts: 226 View My Garage	Smokescreen on the horizon. Last edited by FLGator75; 08-21-2013 at 02:25 AM.

08-05-2013, 03:04 PM	#13
OneSlowV Drives: 2018 camaro ss Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: United States Posts: 578	Drivers race all the way. Between the ls2 and camaro.

08-21-2013, 01:21 AM	#14
delphigto Drives: 14 1le Join Date: May 2012 Location: Walton, In Posts: 330	I have had all three cars. They all have things they do well. The gto interior and ride was nicer than the camaro. The gto was easier to see out of and more of a luxury/sports car. The camaro has a little harsher ride but is a little faster stock to stock. As far as braking stock to stock hands down goes to the camaro. Both my camaro and gto both ended up with upgraded brakes and suspension and at that point I liked the gto better. However gtos cost more to make fast and take a lot of suspension work to get down the track well. Rear ends, drive shafts, and clutch don't hold up under abuse on the gto. The gto also wont take a very wide rear tire without a mini tub.The two g8s I've owned where my wife's and loved both of them. They are a smooth ride nice interior and never had any problems but never modded them to the gto and camaro extent. I think if you are trying to be as fast as you can be buy a camaro. If you have a family and still want some power buy a g8 or new Chevy ss. If you want a nice riding two door and want to daily drive it I personally like the gto. Outside looks defiantly go to the camaro and g8. __________________ 06 gto Maggie 489 rwhp sold 05 gto ERL/HKE 454 609rwhp na sold 06 Z06 500 rwhp sold 10 2ss ERL 427 530 rwhp sold 14 1ss 1le