2006 Pontiac G6 vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Pontiac G6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac G6. (167 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 953 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 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac G6 | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | G6 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |