2006 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2006 BMW 320 and 2006 Pontiac G6 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2006 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 320 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6. 2006 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 320 | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 320 | G6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3884 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |