2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2008 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2008 Mazda RX-8 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G6 (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G6.
Because 2008 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8. 2008 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 RX-8 | 2008 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | RX-8 | G6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |