2008 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2008 Opel Astra 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G6 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 43 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G6.
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 (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2008 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Astra | G6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 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 | 1395 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 62 L |
