2008 Pontiac G6 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris would be higher. 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 144 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G6 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | G6 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 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 | 1352 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
