1995 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 99 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire.
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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Pontiac Sunfire | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Pontiac | Citroen |
Model | Sunfire | C5 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2475 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 71 L |