2006 Pontiac G6 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 6 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 73 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 318 kg more than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac G6 | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
Model | G6 | Orlando |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |