2009 Pontiac G6 vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 2 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, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G6. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G6. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G6 | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | G6 | S4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
