1996 Honda CRX vs. 2009 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G5. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G5 weights approximately 279 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
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, 2009 Pontiac G5 (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 2009 Pontiac G5 | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | CRX | G5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |