2000 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2009 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G6. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 207 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Pontiac G6 (297 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm). This means 2009 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2009 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Prix | G6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
