2009 Pontiac G5 vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Pontiac G5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Pontiac G5 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G5. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 303 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G5. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G5. 2010 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2009 Pontiac G5 has manual transmission. 2009 Pontiac G5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac G5 | 2010 Honda Element | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | G5 | Element |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4328 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |