2007 Audi S8 vs. 2009 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G5. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G5.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac G5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi S8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G5. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G5. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Pontiac G5 has manual transmission. 2009 Pontiac G5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2009 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | S8 | G5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 49 L |
