1993 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac G6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac G6. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 418 kg more than 1993 Honda NSX.
Because 1993 Honda NSX 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 1993 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Pontiac G6 (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX. 2006 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1993 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda NSX | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | NSX | G6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
