2008 Infiniti M vs. 2008 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2008 Infiniti M and 2008 Pontiac G6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G6. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 283 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G6. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti M | 2008 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
Model | M | G6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 456 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |