2008 Pontiac G5 vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G5. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac G5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Pontiac G5 | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | G5 | V50 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 57 L |