2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2010 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac G6. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
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 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G6. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2010 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | LaCrosse | G6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |