2000 Ford Equator vs. 2009 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G6 (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 777 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Equator (160 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G6. (156 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2009 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Equator | G6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 2384 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1985 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2860 mm |
