2009 Pontiac G6 vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2009 Pontiac G6 and 2009 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G6. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 3 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.
Because 2009 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G6. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G6. 2009 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G6 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | G6 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
