2009 BMW X6 vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, both 2009 BMW X6 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (414 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 856 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G8.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac G8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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 BMW X6 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G8. (563 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X6 | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | X6 | G8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |