1995 Citroen C vs. 2000 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen C would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 502 kg more than 1995 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Pontiac Trans Am. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen C, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (454 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen C. (70 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen C | 2000 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
