2000 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac G6. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1923 kg more than 2006 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Excursion | G6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7274 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2860 mm |