2009 Pontiac G8 vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (188 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac G8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G8. (252 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac G8 | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | G8 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 298 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |