2009 Ford F-450 vs. 2009 Pontiac G5
To start off, both 2009 Ford F-450 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G5. (153 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G5.
Because 2009 Ford F-450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 664 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G5. (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-450 | 2009 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | F-450 | G5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1720 mm |
