2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2008 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G6 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 658 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G6.
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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G6. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 2008 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Pilot | G6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |