2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Pontiac G5
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C and 2007 Pontiac G5 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac G5. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac G5.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac G5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac G5. (206 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac G5. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2007 Pontiac G5 has manual transmission. 2007 Pontiac G5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Pontiac G5 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | C | G5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |