2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2006 Mazda Drifter 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2006 Mazda Drifter 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 Mazda Drifter. 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 Pontiac G6 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter. 2006 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda Drifter | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | Drifter | G6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2606 cc | 3491 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 61 L |