2006 Nissan Quest vs. 2009 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G6. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 762 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G6. 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 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G6. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Quest | 2009 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Quest | G6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |