2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Pontiac G8

To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Pontiac G8 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6.

Because 2009 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 2009 Pontiac G8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6, 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, 2009 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G8. (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G8.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2009 Pontiac G8
Make Audi Pontiac
Model A6 G8
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 3564 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 179 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 252 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 72 L


 

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