2008 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 91 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 892 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz G | 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | G | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 64 L |