2006 Ford Freestar 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 Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,898 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac G6 (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 363 kg more than 2010 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 Ford Freestar (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G6. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2010 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Freestar | G6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3898 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |