2006 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz G and 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G (457 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | G | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 457 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 64 L |
