2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Panda 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 112 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda.
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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 2008 Pontiac G5 | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Panda | G5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 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 | 3540 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 49 L |