2006 Pontiac G6 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2006 Pontiac G6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac G6. (227 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 123 kg more than 2006 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (319 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac G6 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | G6 | Caldina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3884 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |