2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2005 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac G6. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2006 Infiniti Q45 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 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac G6. (285 Nm). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti Q45 | 2005 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
Model | Q45 | G6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4490 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 452 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 61 L |