2001 Acura CL vs. 2009 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G6 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 224 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G6.
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 (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura CL | 2009 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Acura | Pontiac |
Model | CL | G6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |