2008 Pontiac G5 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,003 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G5. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac G5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Pontiac G5 | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | G5 | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 4003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 19.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |