2006 Pontiac G6 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2006 Pontiac G6.
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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac G6 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | G6 | V50 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |