2009 Pontiac G5 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. 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 51 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 168 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G5. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac G5 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | G5 | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |