Toyota Yaris vs. Pontiac G5 Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs about the same to get the Pontiac G5 to the dealership as the Toyota Yaris. When it comes to gas mileage, the Toyota Yaris beats the G5. There honestly isn't much of a difference in gas mileage here, but if you must know, the Toyota Yaris is a little more economical than the Pontiac G5. As far as MSRP, the Pontiac G5 costs tremendously more than the Toyota Yaris.

Utility
The Toyota Yaris and the Pontiac can accommodate the same number of passengers.

Convenience
The Toyota Yaris's fuel tank will need to be replenished slightly more often than the unit in the Pontiac G5.

Comfort
Taller drivers will significantly enjoy the extra head room in the Yaris's front cabin compared to the Pontiac G5. The ampler interior dimensions of the Toyota Yaris make it roomier for your passengers than the Pontiac G5.

Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Pontiac G5 than the Toyota Yaris because of its bigger tank. The Toyota Yaris fits in smaller parking spaces than the Pontiac G5. The Toyota Yaris's shorter wheelbase will likely give a nimbler feel in daily traffic. However, the Pontiac G5 is likely to have a smoother, more stable ride.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Pontiac G5 packs quite a wallop and will knock the Toyota Yaris down a few rungs. However, bear in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With their similar turning radii, the Toyota and the Pontiac G5 most definitely handle approximately the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Pontiac has a more sizeable engine than the Toyota Yaris. Keep in mind that smaller engines are often cheaper to fix, but smaller engines can be stressed more. Torque is roughly equivalent to acceleration, and in this respect, the Pontiac G5 is substantially more powerful than the Toyota Yaris.

Warranty
The Pontiac G5 and the Toyota Yaris have the same basic warranty.