2009 Pontiac G6 vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra 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 (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac G6 | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
Model | G6 | Elantra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |