2000 Saturn LW vs. 2010 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac G6 (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn LW weights approximately 126 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 (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn LW | 2010 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Saturn | Pontiac |
| Model | LW | G6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
