2009 Pontiac G8 vs. 2013 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2013 Acura ZDX is newer by 4 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (414 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2013 Acura ZDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ZDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ZDX weights approximately 684 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G8.
Because 2013 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac G8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX 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, 2009 Pontiac G8 (563 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G8 | 2013 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Pontiac | Acura |
| Model | G8 | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2174 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1596 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
