2008 Pontiac G6 vs. 2012 BMW X3

To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 4 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. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G6. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 523 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 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G6. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G6.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Pontiac G6 2012 BMW X3
Make Pontiac BMW
Model G6 X3
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1352 kg 1875 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4648 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1881 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1675 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption City 12.5 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.8 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 67 L


 

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