2008 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic 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 (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G5 weights approximately 149 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Pontiac G5 (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2009 Pontiac G5 | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Civic | G5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |