2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP) has 137 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C5 | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 196 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |
