1996 Opel Calibra vs. 2007 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2007 Pontiac G5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra 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 33 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Pontiac G5 (206 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Calibra | 2007 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Calibra | G5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
