2009 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (227 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 338 kg more than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Because 2009 Honda Civic 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 2009 Honda Civic. 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, 2006 Pontiac G6 (319 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2006 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Civic | G6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3884 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |