Kia Amanti vs Pontiac G6
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Pontiac G6
Overview
| Spec | Kia AmantiBase | Pontiac G6Base |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2009 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia AmantiBase | Pontiac G6Base |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $26,045 | $20,490 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia AmantiBase | Pontiac G6Base |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal (best) | 16.4 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Kia AmantiBase | Pontiac G6Base |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 264 hp (best) | 164 hp |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft (best) | 156 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.8 L (best) | 2.4 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia AmantiBase | Pontiac G6Base |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 15.9 cu ft (best) | 14 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,770 lbs | 3,305 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.5 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 112.3 in (best) |
| Length | 196.9 in (best) | 189 in |
| Width | 72.8 in (best) | 70.6 in |
| Height | 58.5 in (best) | 57.1 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia AmantiBase | Pontiac G6Base |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 (best) | 4 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Kia Amanti | Pontiac G6 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $26,045 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $20,490 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | Base $21,165 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Base $22,220 MSRP |
| 4 | — | GT $24,080 MSRP |
| 5 | — | GT $24,180 MSRP |
| 6 | — | GT $24,610 MSRP |
| 7 | — | GT $24,710 MSRP |
| 8 | — | GT $31,870 MSRP |
| 9 | — | GT $32,300 MSRP |
| 10 | — | GXP $28,480 MSRP |
| 11 | — | GXP $28,580 MSRP |
| 12 | — | GXP $28,960 MSRP |
| 13 | — | GXP $29,060 MSRP |
Kia Amanti vs Pontiac G6 FAQ
- Which is better: 2009 Kia Amanti or 2009 Pontiac G6?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2009 Kia Amanti vs 2009 Pontiac G6 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2009 Kia Amanti or 2009 Pontiac G6?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2009 Pontiac G6 starts lower at $20,490.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2009 Kia Amanti or 2009 Pontiac G6?
- The 2009 Pontiac G6 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (20,490).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2009 Kia Amanti or 2009 Pontiac G6?
- The 2009 Pontiac G6 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
- Which has better horsepower: 2009 Kia Amanti or 2009 Pontiac G6?
- The 2009 Kia Amanti leads on horsepower in this comparison (264).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2009 Kia Amanti or 2009 Pontiac G6?
- The 2009 Pontiac G6 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).