2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G6 is newer by 8 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G6. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 535 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G6. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G6. 2009 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2009 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C5 | G6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
