2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Pontiac G6 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac G6 (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2004 Pontiac G6.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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, 2004 Pontiac G6 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6. 2004 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A6 | G6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
