2006 Pontiac G6 vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 7 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, 2013 BMW X3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac G6. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 568 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 2013 BMW X3 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, 2013 BMW X3 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, 2013 BMW X3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac G6 | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | G6 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |
