2004 Pontiac G6 vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac G6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac G6. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Pontiac G6 (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac G6. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac G6 | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | G6 | G6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
