2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 6 and 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 172 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 6 | 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | 6 | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |