2004 Pontiac G6 vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 8 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, 2004 Pontiac G6 (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 212 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac G6 | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
| Model | G6 | Juke |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
