2006 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G5. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac G5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2008 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | S4 | G5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 49 L |
