2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac G6. (286 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1167 kg more than 2003 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac G6. (369 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2003 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Ram | G6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2668 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2950 mm |
