2006 Nissan Armada vs. 2010 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac G6. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 953 kg more than 2010 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G6. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 2010 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Armada | G6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 61 L |
