2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 598 kg more than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Because 2006 Dodge Sprinter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Sprinter | G6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 3490 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
