2010 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz E and 2010 Pontiac G6 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2010 Mercedes-Benz E and 2010 Pontiac G6 are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac G6. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 181 kg more than 2010 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G6. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | E | G6 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4869 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2873 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |