2008 Pontiac G5 vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain 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, 2011 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G5. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain 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, 2011 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5. 2011 GMC Terrain 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. 2011 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G5 | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Pontiac | GMC |
| Model | G5 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |
