2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Pontiac G5
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus 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 (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 33 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G5. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Pontiac G5 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Focus | G5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 49 L |