2006 Pontiac G6 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord 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 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac G6. (227 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 184 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.
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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (319 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac G6 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | G6 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
