2006 Pontiac G6 vs. 2006 Proton Satria
To start off, both 2006 Pontiac G6 and 2006 Proton Satria were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Proton Satria. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Proton Satria.
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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Proton Satria. 2006 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Proton Satria has manual transmission. 2006 Proton Satria 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 Pontiac G6 | 2006 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Pontiac | Proton |
| Model | G6 | Satria |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
