2009 Pontiac G3 vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Pontiac G3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Pontiac G3 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 520 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G3. (105 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G3.
Because 2012 Ascari A10 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 2012 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G3, 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, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G3. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G3 | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ascari |
| Model | G3 | A10 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2636 mm |
