2005 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2005 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz R and 2005 Pontiac G6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2005 Mercedes-Benz R and 2005 Pontiac G6 are equipped with a 3,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac G6. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 684 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac G6. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | 2005 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | R | G6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
