Pontiac GTO Pontiac GTO 2006 Pontiac G8 Pontiac G8 2009

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Pontiac GTO (2006) vs. Pontiac G8 (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Pontiac GTO and 2009 Pontiac G8 specs.

2006 Pontiac GTO and 2009 Pontiac G8 Specifications

Model Year 2006 2009  
Model Pontiac GTO Pontiac G8  
Engine 6.0L V8
OHV-2v
400 hp@5200
400 lb-ft@4000
6.2L V8
OHV-2v
415 hp@5900
415 lb-ft@4600
 
Transmission 4-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 2dr Coupe 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 109.8 in 114.8 in -5 in
Length 189.8 in 196.1 in -6.3 in
Width 72.5 in 74.8 in -2.3 in
Height 54.9 in 57.7 in -2.8 in
Curb Weight 3725 lb. 4020 lb. -295 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 19.0 gal. -0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.3 in 38.7 in -1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.7 in 59.1 in 0.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 58.0 in 56.7 in 1.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 42.2 in 0 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.3 in 38.0 in -0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 51.7 in 59.1 in -7.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 50.2 in 58.0 in -7.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.1 in 39.4 in -2.3 in
Total Legroom 79.3 in (over 2 rows) 81.6 in (over 2 rows) -2.3 in
Cargo Volume 7.0 ft3 17.5 ft3 -10.5 ft3

Return to top

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Pontiac GTO

2006 Pontiac GTO Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 2dr Coupe 400-horsepower 6.0L V8
6-speed manual RWD
The seats are very supportive and I have plenty of room. see full Pontiac GTO review
2006 2dr Coupe 400-horsepower 6.0L V8
6-speed manual RWD
Great support for the type of vehicle, Full leather seats. see full Pontiac GTO review
2005 2dr Coupe 400-horsepower 6.0L V8
6-speed manual RWD
The rear seats are just as supportive as the front, spectacular see full Pontiac GTO review
2006 Pontiac GTO Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 2dr Coupe 400-horsepower 6.0L V8
6-speed manual RWD
It is literally impossible for a six foot man to get back there. Once in, it is pretty comfortable. see full Pontiac GTO review
2005 2dr Coupe 400-horsepower 6.0L V8
6-speed manual RWD
Slightly cramped front seat room. Gets uncomfortable after an hour of driving see full Pontiac GTO review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Pontiac G8

2009 Pontiac G8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 415-horsepower 6.2L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Huge back seat, and very comfortable, even for two adults and a child seat. see full Pontiac G8 review
2009 4dr Sedan 415-horsepower 6.2L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Plenty of room, good support, and do not have to squirm much on a 6 hour drive. see full Pontiac G8 review
2009 4dr Sedan 361-horsepower 6.0L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Tons of legroom, and I mean TONS of legroom see full Pontiac G8 review
2009 4dr Sedan 256-horsepower 3.6L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Even with front seats completely back, there is enough leg room for rear passengers. see full Pontiac G8 review
2009 4dr Sedan 415-horsepower 6.2L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
When I go places with my friends, I actaully like sitting in the back! The back seats are sooo comfortable. see full Pontiac G8 review
2009 4dr Sedan 361-horsepower 6.0L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The seat fits my smaller frame and has comfortable padding and bolsters. The headrest is in the right place. Power controls are convenient. see full Pontiac G8 review
2009 4dr Sedan 361-horsepower 6.0L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Tons of room for the family. This is a true full-size sedan. see full Pontiac G8 review
2009 4dr Sedan 361-horsepower 6.0L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Extremely comfortable backseat, although serious hump in the center eliminates almost all leg room for center seat. Four in comfort all day long, large armrest, good visibility forward and to the side. Nice support, split folding seats and cargo passthru see full Pontiac G8 review
2009 4dr Sedan 415-horsepower 6.2L V8
6-speed manual RWD
Fantastic seats. see full Pontiac G8 review
2009 Pontiac G8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 361-horsepower 6.0L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Cannot get comfortable - ever. Hurts my lower back after just 15 mins. I have the leather seats w/ premium package. No lateral support/bolstering either. Lumbar support useless. see full Pontiac G8 review
 
See TrueDelta's information for all Pontiac models.