2006 Pontiac G6 vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, both 2006 Pontiac G6 and 2006 Suzuki Reno were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Reno. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 723 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Reno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Reno. 2006 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Reno has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Reno 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 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
Model | G6 | Reno |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3884 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |