2008 Pontiac G5 vs. 2012 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2012 Ford Kuga is newer by 4 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 2012 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Kuga.
Because 2012 Ford Kuga 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, 2012 Ford Kuga 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, 2012 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G5 | 2012 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | G5 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1997 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 53 L |
