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The Exciting 2010 Pontiac G6 3.6 Liter V6 Engine
Posted by in Pontiac Vibe on August 1, 2011
Most car enthusiasts normally appreciate a couple different motor choices, but there are actually four 2010 Pontiac G6 engine options available which virtually ensures that there will be something suitable for all drivers. The most exciting, however, is the 2010 Pontiac G6 3.6 Liter V6 engine that puts out a powerful 252 horse power and claims 251 pound feet of torque. While it may not seem like a powerful engine, it can thrust the low weight vehicle forward with a zero to sixty time of just over 6 seconds. The fuel economy is still fairly impressive as well for such a powerful engine and is an estimated 26 miles per gallon on the highway and 17 miles per gallon in city settings.
The economy engine that is available is the 2010 Pontiac 2.4 Liter motor that has 164 horse power and 158 pound feet of torque. Even though most people are happy with the performance that it offers, the fuel economy is perhaps the most advantageous benefit of the 2.4 Liter engine. The estimated gas mileage is 33 miles per gallon on the highway and about 22 miles per gallon in busy city settings.
The smaller six cylinder motor is the 2010 Pontiac 3.5 Liter V6 engine that boasts a strong 219 horse power and 219 pound feet of torque. The estimated gas mileage is about 22 miles per gallon on the highway and 15 miles per gallon in the city.
The fourth engine choice is not one that many people select simply because it offers a very small boost in power. The 2010 Pontiac 3.9 Liter V6 engine only offers 222 horse power, but the fuel economy is much worse than the smaller 3.5 Liter V6 and the performance difference is virtually impossible to detect.
There are plenty of 2010 Pontiac G6 engine options, so most drivers should be able to find the one that makes them happy.
RW Tanner is currently the lead director at SWEngines.com. He writes about Pontiac G6 Engine and other related topics.
By Ronnie_W_Tanner
2010 Pontiac Vibe Review
Posted by in Pontiac Vibe on August 1, 2011
The 2010 Pontiac Vibe is a commercial cousin of the Toyota Matrix. At NUMMI plant, these two models are manufactured by General Motors and Toyota jointly in California. The new Vibe has peculiar exterior styling, and unique set of options.
The Vibe is currently being marketed in GT, AWD, and base trim levels. The base trim Vibe models have only front-wheel-drive and are incorporated with a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine for generating 132-horsepower along with a torsion-beam rear suspension. Similarly, the models with all-wheel drive have a free rear suspension along with an improved 2.4-liter mechanical engine for 158 hp. The sporty GT trim level comes with front-wheel-drive with a great 2.4-liter engine as well as a free rear suspension.
Even though all models are using different engines, a five-speed manual transmission comes as a standard on all versions, excluding the all-wheel drive model that is installed with a four-speed automatic. On the trim GT, a 5-speed automatic transmission is optional and a four-speed automatic transmission is added on base models. The trim Base in the Vibe also is installed with a 2.4-liter engine added with a four-speed that replaces the five-speed automatic transmission at additional cost.
The interior of the 2010 Pontiac Vibe has intuitive, simple controls and gauges. Majority of the cabin pieces and bits have high build quality and elevated roof line of the Vibe with spacious passenger interior room. In the department of safety, the 2010 Pontiac Vibe has OnStar, antilock disc brakes, full-fledged air bags, and stability control.
By Geof_Ryan