2011 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac G6. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 153 kg more than 2010 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G6. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G6. 2010 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Porsche 911 | 2010 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Porsche | Pontiac |
Model | 911 | G6 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 61 L |