2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (361 HP) has 166 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Silverado | G8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 361 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 72 L |
