2008 Pontiac G5 vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G5. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5. 2013 Toyota Avalon 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. 2013 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Pontiac G5 | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | G5 | Avalon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |