2008 Pontiac G5 vs. 2011 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 3 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G5 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Brilliance BS4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Brilliance BS4.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G5 | 2011 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Brilliance |
| Model | G5 | BS4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 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 | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 74 L |
