2008 Pontiac G8 vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 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 112 more horse power than 2010 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 625 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G8.
Because 2008 Pontiac G8 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 2008 Pontiac G8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot, 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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Pilot. 2010 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2008 Pontiac G8 has manual transmission. 2008 Pontiac G8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G8 | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | G8 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |
