2008 Pontiac G6 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 104 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 312 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. 2008 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Pontiac G6 | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | G6 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |