2002 Citroen C-Airdream vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C-Airdream would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. (208 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 730 kg more than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Pontiac GTO 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 2004 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream, 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. (284 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C-Airdream | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | C-Airdream | GTO |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |