2008 Pontiac G8 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pontiac G8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac G8 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G8.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac G8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Pontiac G8 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | G8 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |