2006 Pontiac G6 vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy 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, 2006 Pontiac G6 (227 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 38 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 (319 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac G6 | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mazda |
| Model | G6 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
