2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 587 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G8. (414 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 941 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G8. 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 793 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G8. (563 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
Model | V Sixteen | G8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 13600 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 1001 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 1356 Nm | 563 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2920 mm |