2010 Pontiac G6 vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac G6. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 281 kg more than 2009 Ford Falcon.
Because 2009 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac G6, 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 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G6. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Pontiac G6 | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | G6 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
