2008 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac G6 (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1168 kg more than 2010 Pontiac G6.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G6. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2010 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Pontiac |
| Model | Land Cruiser | G6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 61 L |
