2006 Pontiac G6 vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion tC.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC. 2006 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2010 Scion tC 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 | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Pontiac | Scion |
| Model | G6 | tC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
