2008 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G5 (153 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus.
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 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G5. (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2009 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Focus | G5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
