2009 Pontiac G6 vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G6. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G6. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G6 | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | G6 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
