2006 Pontiac G6 vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Pontiac G6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac G6. (227 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 603 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 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (319 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac G6 | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | G6 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3884 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3270 mm |