2009 Pontiac G5 vs. 2011 Renault Logan
To start off, 2011 Renault Logan is newer by 2 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G5 (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2011 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G5 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2011 Renault Logan. 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, 2009 Pontiac G5 (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G5 | 2011 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | G5 | Logan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
