2010 Pontiac G3 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac G3. (105 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac G3.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Pontiac G3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G3. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G3. 2008 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2010 Pontiac G3 has manual transmission. 2010 Pontiac G3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Pontiac G3 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | G3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
