2006 Pontiac G6 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac G6. (167 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 188 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 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac G6 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | G6 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |