2008 Pontiac G6 vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, both 2008 Pontiac G6 and 2008 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (257 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G6. (252 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G6. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Pontiac G6 | 2008 Rover 75 | |
Make | Pontiac | Rover |
Model | G6 | 75 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 257 HP |
Torque | 340 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |