2008 Kia Cerato vs. 2008 Pontiac G5
To start off, both 2008 Kia Cerato and 2008 Pontiac G5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 61 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cerato. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cerato.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cerato. 2008 Kia Cerato 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. 2008 Kia Cerato will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Cerato | 2008 Pontiac G5 | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Cerato | G5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |