2009 Pontiac G6 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 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. Both 2009 Pontiac G6 and 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G6. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G6. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac G6 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | G6 | ML |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 93 L |