1987 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara. 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, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Pontiac Bonneville | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Pontiac | Citroen |
| Model | Bonneville | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
