2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2005 Pontiac G6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac G6 (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 231 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Pontiac G6 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Xsara | G6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1551 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |