2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac G6. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1105 kg more than 2004 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac G6. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Silverado | G6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2660 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |