2000 Acura TL vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac G6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (227 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura TL weights approximately 228 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 (319 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura TL | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | TL | G6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
