2002 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac G6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac G6. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 4 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.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2006 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Accord | G6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |