2009 Pontiac G5 vs. 2013 BMW X6 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Pontiac G5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Pontiac G5 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G5. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 M should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 M weights approximately 1086 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X6 M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac G5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X6 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G5. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G5. 2013 BMW X6 M has automatic transmission and 2009 Pontiac G5 has manual transmission. 2009 Pontiac G5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X6 M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Pontiac G5 | 2013 BMW X6 M | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | G5 | X6 M |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 2415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4876 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2195 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 16.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 85 L |