2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac G6. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Tahoe | G6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |