2009 Ford Galaxy vs. 2009 Pontiac G5
To start off, both 2009 Ford Galaxy 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G5 (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 396 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, both vehicles can yield 203 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Ford Galaxy | 2009 Pontiac G5 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Galaxy | G5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |