Ford Mustang vs Pontiac G6

The Ford Mustang is one of the most iconic vehicles ever made, and its recent overhaul brought new, retro styling, updated powertrain options, and new tech to the storied muscle car. The 2006 Mustang still rides high from that 2005 redesign, but gets a quieter interior and updated tech for the new model year.

The Mustang is offered as either a fastback coupe or as a convertible, and can be had with either a V6 or V8 engine. The V6 is a 4.0-liter unit that produces 210 horsepower and 240 pound-feet of torque. The 4.6-liter V8 in the Ford Mustang GT makes 300 hp and 320 lb-ft of torque. A five-speed manual transmission and rear-wheel drive are standard.

The Mustang competes against the Nissan 350Z, Hyundai Tiburon, Pontiac GTO, and Chrysler Sebring. It’s targeted at new-car buyers that want a classic American muscle car with the amenities of a modern vehicle.

The Pontiac G6 is offered in three body styles, with three engines, and two transmissions. Add that to a laundry list of standalone options and packages, and the car is one of the most customizable vehicles on the market today. The G6 is offered as a mid-sized sedan, as a coupe, and as a hardtop convertible.

Pontiac is offering the G6 in three trim levels for the 2007 model year: base/Special Value, GT, and GTP. The Pontiac G6 GT model is offered as a sedan, coupe, or convertible, while the GTP trim is offered in sedan and coupe configurations only.

The Pontiac G6 is targeted at new-car buyers that want a value-conscious car with a comfortable ride and a wide variety of available features. It competes with the Mazda 6, Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, and Nissan Altima.