2006 Pontiac G6 vs. 2001 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac G6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac G6. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.
Because 2001 Audi A6 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, 2001 Audi A6 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, 2001 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac G6 | 2001 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | G6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
