2009 Pontiac G3 vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Pontiac G3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Pontiac G3 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G3. (105 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G3.
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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G3. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G3. 2011 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2009 Pontiac G3 has manual transmission. 2009 Pontiac G3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G3 | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | G3 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
