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Nissan Altima vs Pontiac G6

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2026 Nissan Altima

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2009 Pontiac G6

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Overview

SpecNissan AltimaSVPontiac G6Base
Selected trimSVBase
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic4-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262009

Pricing & market

SpecNissan AltimaSVPontiac G6Base
MSRP$27,580$20,490 (best)
Lowest listing price$10,995 (best)—
Median listing price$19,791 (best)—
Highest listing price$30,470 (best)—
For sale now53 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecNissan AltimaSVPontiac G6Base
Combined MPG32 MPG (best)25 MPG
City MPG27 MPG (best)22 MPG
Highway MPG39 MPG (best)30 MPG
Fuel tank16 gal16.4 gal (best)

Performance

SpecNissan AltimaSVPontiac G6Base
Horsepower188 hp (best)164 hp
Torque180 lb-ft (best)156 lb-ft
Engine size2.5 L (best)2.4 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecNissan AltimaSVPontiac G6Base
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume—14 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity—1,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,281 lbs (best)3,305 lbs
Ground clearance5 in (best)—
Wheelbase111 in112.3 in (best)
Length193 in (best)189 in
Width73 in (best)70.6 in
Height57 in57.1 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecNissan AltimaSVPontiac G6Base
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)4

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimNissan AltimaPontiac G6
1

SV

$27,580 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Base

$20,490 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SV

$29,080 MSRP

Base

$21,165 MSRP

3

SR

$28,980 MSRP

Base

$22,220 MSRP

4

SR AWD

$30,480 MSRP

GT

$24,080 MSRP

5—

GT

$24,180 MSRP

6—

GT

$24,610 MSRP

7—

GT

$24,710 MSRP

8—

GT

$31,870 MSRP

9—

GT

$32,300 MSRP

10—

GXP

$28,480 MSRP

11—

GXP

$28,580 MSRP

12—

GXP

$28,960 MSRP

13—

GXP

$29,060 MSRP

Live inventory

Nissan Altima vs Pontiac G6 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Nissan Altima or 2009 Pontiac G6?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Nissan Altima vs 2009 Pontiac G6 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Nissan Altima or 2009 Pontiac G6?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2009 Pontiac G6 starts lower at $20,490. Live Nissan Altima listings start at $10,995.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Nissan Altima or 2009 Pontiac G6?
The 2009 Pontiac G6 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (20,490).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Nissan Altima or 2009 Pontiac G6?
The 2026 Nissan Altima leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (32).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Nissan Altima or 2009 Pontiac G6?
The 2009 Pontiac G6 leads on horsepower in this comparison (252).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Nissan Altima or 2009 Pontiac G6?
The 2009 Pontiac G6 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Nissan Altima vs 2009 Pontiac G6?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Nissan Altima (5/5 NHTSA overall).