2010 Pontiac G6 vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Pontiac G6 would be higher. Both 2010 Pontiac G6 and 2013 Ford EDGE are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac G6. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 488 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G6. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Pontiac G6 | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | G6 | EDGE |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
