2009 Pontiac G5 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 4 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G5. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 721 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.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac G5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G5. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G5. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Pontiac G5 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | G5 | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |