2006 Peugeot 307 vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2006 Peugeot 307 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 (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 307. 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 307. (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 307. 2006 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 307 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 Peugeot 307 | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
| Model | 307 | G6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 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 |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
