2007 BMW 328 vs. 2009 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G6. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Pontiac G6 (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2009 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2009 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 328 | G6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
