2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (361 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (522 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Vamos | G8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |
