2009 Pontiac G6 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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, 2009 Pontiac G6 (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
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 (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G6 | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
| Model | G6 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |
