2000 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 245 kg more than 2012 Citroen C4. 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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (379 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Citroen |
| Model | Bonneville | C4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
