2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pontiac G5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac G5 would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G5. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G5.
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 A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2008 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A6 | G5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
