2009 Pontiac G6 vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G6 (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 254 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac G6 | 2010 Honda Element | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | G6 | Element |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |