2009 Pontiac G8 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Pontiac G8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Pontiac G8 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 141 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2009 Pontiac G8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Pontiac G8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 G8 (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. 2009 Pontiac G8 has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G8 | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | G8 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
