2003 Pontiac G6 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac G6 (286 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 43 kg more than 2003 Pontiac G6.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2003 Pontiac G6 (369 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm). This means 2003 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Pontiac G6 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | G6 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 280 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2604 mm |