2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Pontiac G3

To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Pontiac G3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G3. (105 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G3.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Audi A4 (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G3. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G3.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 2009 Pontiac G3
Make Audi Pontiac
Model A4 G3
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 45 L


 

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