2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 56 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1988 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C5 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
