2009 Pontiac G6 vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2009 Pontiac G6 and 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G6. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G6. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac G6 | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
Model | G6 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2384 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |