2006 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz A 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 (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 433 kg more than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz A | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | A | G6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |