2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice 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 2,399 cc, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Solstice.
Because 2006 Pontiac Solstice 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 2006 Pontiac Solstice. 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, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice 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 Solstice | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C5 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2399 cc |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 49 L |
