2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2008 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2008 Mazda Etude 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
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 G6 (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude. 2008 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda Etude has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda Etude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mazda Etude | 2008 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | Etude | G6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 142 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |