2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2005 Pontiac G6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (235 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac G6. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 912 kg more than 2005 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac G6. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2005 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Ram | G6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |
