2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac G6. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 643 kg more than 2006 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | E | G6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
