2006 Pontiac G6 vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 3,882 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Volvo S80 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac G6 | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | G6 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3882 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
