1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 2001 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 585 kg more than 1996 Citroen C 15. 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, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am (278 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen C 15 | 2001 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C 15 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
