2009 Pontiac G6 vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 4 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G6. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 717 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.
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, 2013 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G6. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G6 | 2013 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Pontiac | Acura |
| Model | G6 | MDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.2 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 2069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2238 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1733 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |
