2010 Pontiac G6 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac G6 (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Pontiac G6.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G6. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Pontiac G6 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | G6 | Passat |
Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |