2008 Pontiac G6 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 5 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 2013 Cadillac ATS are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G6. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 214 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 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G6. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G6 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Pontiac | Cadillac |
| Model | G6 | ATS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
