2007 Acura TSX vs. 2006 Pontiac G6

To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 1 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac G6. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2006 Pontiac G6 (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Acura TSX 2006 Pontiac G6
Make Acura Pontiac
Model TSX G6
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 3491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 205 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 222 Nm 301 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.6 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.7 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 10 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 61 L


 

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