2006 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2006 Audi A8 and 2006 Pontiac G6 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac G6. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 598 kg more than 2006 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 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, 2006 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | A8 | G6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4134 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |