2009 Pontiac G6 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2009 Pontiac G6 and 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 Pontiac G6 (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Pontiac G6 (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G6 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | G6 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
