2005 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2008 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Colt 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 76 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | 2008 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Colt | G5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 49 L |
