2007 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2007 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac G6. (227 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Expedition weights approximately 368 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 2007 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (319 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Expedition | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Expedition | G6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3884 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 61 L |