2009 Pontiac G6 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G6. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 775 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (576 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G6. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G6 | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | G6 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
