2005 Peugeot 407 vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac G6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 3,882 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 208 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 (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 407 | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
| Model | 407 | G6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3882 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
