2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac G8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G8. (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Durango | G8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |