1998 Citroen AX vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen AX would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1998 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1998 Citroen AX. 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, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (407 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen AX. (75 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen AX. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen AX | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | AX | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
