2009 Infiniti M vs. 2008 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M 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, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G6. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 363 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G6. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti M | 2008 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
| Model | M | G6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
