2009 Pontiac G8 vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 2 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 121 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius.
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, 2011 Toyota Prius, 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G8 | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | G8 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
