2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (167 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 815 kg more than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
Model | Terracan | G6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |