2006 Pontiac G6 vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac G6. (167 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 211 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 2011 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac G6 | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | G6 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |