1999 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C3. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 466 kg more than 1999 Citroen C3. 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, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C3. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C3 | 2004 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C3 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |
