2008 Pontiac G5 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 5 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G5. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Because 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Pontiac G5 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Pontiac | Infiniti |
Model | G5 | M |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1515 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |