2006 MG ZR vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2006 MG ZR 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 98 more horse power than 2006 MG ZR. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2006 MG ZR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 257 kg more than 2006 MG ZR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG ZR. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG ZR. 2006 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2006 MG ZR has manual transmission. 2006 MG ZR 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 MG ZR | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | MG | Pontiac |
| Model | ZR | G6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
