2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C5 and 2001 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2001 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 2001 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | C5 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |