2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1998 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1998 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C3 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
