2009 Pontiac G5 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G5. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1232 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 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac G5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G5. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G5. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Pontiac G5 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | G5 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 100 L |