2006 Pontiac G6 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 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 27 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 220 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. 2006 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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.
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2006 Pontiac G6 | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | G6 | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3884 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |