2008 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac G6 (169 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 Pontiac G6 (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2007 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2007 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Civic | G6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
