2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2010 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac G6 (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 276 kg more than 2010 Pontiac G6.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Pontiac G6 (297 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2010 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2010 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Xterra | G6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 61 L |
