1999 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac G6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 218 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Pontiac G6 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Intrepid | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Intrepid | G6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| 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 | 1570 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
