Nissan Altima vs Pontiac G5
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Pontiac G5
Overview
| Spec | Nissan AltimaSV | Pontiac G5Base |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SV | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Nissan AltimaSV | Pontiac G5Base |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $27,580 | $16,980 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $24,120 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $24,120 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $24,120 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 1 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Nissan AltimaSV | Pontiac G5Base |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 30 MPG |
| City MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 39 MPG (best) | 37 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16 gal (best) | 13 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Nissan AltimaSV | Pontiac G5Base |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 188 hp (best) | 155 hp |
| Torque | 180 lb-ft (best) | 150 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.5 L (best) | 2.2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Nissan AltimaSV | Pontiac G5Base |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 (best) | 2 |
| Cargo volume | — | 13.9 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,281 lbs | 2,752 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5 in | 5.4 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 111 in (best) | 103.5 in |
| Length | 193 in (best) | 179.8 in |
| Width | 73 in (best) | 67.5 in |
| Height | 57 in (best) | 55.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Nissan AltimaSV | Pontiac G5Base |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Nissan Altima | Pontiac G5 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SV $27,580 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $16,980 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | SV $29,080 MSRP | GT $20,280 MSRP |
| 3 | SR $28,980 MSRP | — |
| 4 | SR AWD $30,480 MSRP | — |
