2006 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz G and 2006 Pontiac GTO were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac GTO. (400 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 440 kg more than 2006 Pontiac GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac GTO. 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 (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac GTO. (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac GTO. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2006 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 2006 Pontiac GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | G | GTO |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 68 L |
