2008 Ford Edge vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G8. (255 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G8.
Because 2008 Ford Edge 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, 2008 Ford Edge 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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G8. (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Edge | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Edge | G8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |