2009 Audi A5 vs. 2009 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2009 Audi A5 and 2009 Pontiac G6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G6. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G6. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2009 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | A5 | G6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |