2009 Pontiac G6 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G6. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G6. (294 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G6 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | G6 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 92 L |
