1996 Audi S6 vs. 2008 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G5. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac G5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2008 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | S6 | G5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 49 L |
