2008 Pontiac G5 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pontiac G5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac G5 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G5 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5. 2010 Kia Sorento 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. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G5 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Pontiac | Kia |
| Model | G5 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
