1995 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2007 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2007 Pontiac G5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac G5 (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Pulsar.
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, 2007 Pontiac G5 (206 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Pulsar | 2007 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Pulsar | G5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
