2006 Ford Territory vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2006 Ford Territory 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 3,984 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac G6. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 123 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
Because 2006 Ford Territory 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 Ford Territory. 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 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Territory | G6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3882 cc |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
