2009 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac G6. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 624 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A8 | G6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
