2008 Pontiac G6 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Quantum would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G6 (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 546 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 2008 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Quantum 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.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Pontiac G6 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | G6 | Quantum |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |