2009 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2009 Pontiac G5
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Kalos and 2009 Pontiac G5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G5 (153 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
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, 2009 Pontiac G5 (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Kalos | 2009 Pontiac G5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Kalos | G5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |