2001 Citroen Osee vs. 1988 Pontiac Banshee
To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Banshee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Banshee would be higher. At 4,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Banshee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Banshee (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Osee. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Banshee should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Osee.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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. 2001 Citroen Osee has automatic transmission and 1988 Pontiac Banshee has manual transmission. 1988 Pontiac Banshee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Osee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Osee | 1988 Pontiac Banshee | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Osee | Banshee |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1180 mm |
