2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (227 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 321 kg more than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 Tucson 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 Pontiac G6 (319 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
Model | Tucson | G6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3884 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |