2006 Pontiac G6 vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (138 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 198 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac G6 | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | G6 | CC |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |