2008 Pontiac G6 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac G6 would be higher. Both 2008 Pontiac G6 and 2011 Porsche 911 are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G6. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 43 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.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G6. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G6. 2008 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | G6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4468 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |
