2010 Pontiac G6 vs. 2002 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac G6 (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2002 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Pontiac G6 (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A3. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Pontiac G6 | 2002 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | G6 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
