2008 Pontiac G5 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G5. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G5 | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | G5 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
