2008 BMW 120 vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac SV 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac SV 6 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 120 | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 196 HP |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |
