2008 Pontiac G6 vs. 2008 Rover 45
To start off, both 2008 Pontiac G6 and 2008 Rover 45 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 144 more horse power than 2008 Rover 45. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2008 Rover 45. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45. 2008 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2008 Rover 45 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 | 2008 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | G6 | 45 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1588 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 | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
