2009 Pontiac G5 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt would be higher. Both 2009 Pontiac G5 and 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt are equipped with a 2,189 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G5 (153 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G5. (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G5 | 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
| Model | G5 | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
