2006 Pontiac G6 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 4 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 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac G6. (227 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 803 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 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (319 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac G6 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | G6 | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3884 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |