2006 Peugeot 206 vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2006 Peugeot 206 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 393 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 206. 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 (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Peugeot 206 | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
Model | 206 | G6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |