2001 Honda Fit vs. 2008 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G5 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit.
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, 2008 Pontiac G5 (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 2008 Pontiac G5 | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Fit | G5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 49 L |