1996 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac G6 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 318 kg more than 2010 Pontiac G6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Pontiac G6 (341 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 2010 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Legend | G6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |