2008 Pontiac G5 vs. 1995 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Aspire would be higher. 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 108 more horse power than 1995 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Aspire.
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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G5 | 1995 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | G5 | Aspire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 37 L |
