2010 Pontiac G6 vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom

To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 2 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. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac G6. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1338 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 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 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, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G6. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G6.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Pontiac G6 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom
Make Pontiac Rolls-Royce
Model G6 Phantom
Year Released 2010 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 6700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 219 HP 453 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5350 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 719 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1352 kg 2690 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 6091 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1989 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1638 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 3820 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.1 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 21.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 100 L


 

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