2008 Pontiac G5 vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G5. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Because 2011 GMC Canyon 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, 2011 GMC Canyon 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, 2011 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Pontiac G5 | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Pontiac | GMC |
Model | G5 | Canyon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 72 L |