2007 Ford Freestar 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 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G5. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G5.
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, 2007 Ford Freestar (331 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5. 2007 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2008 Pontiac G5 has manual transmission. 2008 Pontiac G5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Freestar | 2008 Pontiac G5 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Freestar | G5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 49 L |