2006 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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 Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Pontiac | Mazda |
Model | Grand Prix | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |