2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 91 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | C5 | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |