2008 Pontiac G5 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. Both 2008 Pontiac G5 and 2007 Volvo S60 are equipped with a 2,401 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G5. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G5.
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, 2007 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Pontiac G5 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | G5 | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |