2006 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac G6 (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 161 kg more than 2010 Pontiac G6.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2010 Pontiac G6 (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2010 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Escape | G6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
