2002 Citroen C8 vs. 1996 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 163 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville.
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, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8. 1996 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 1996 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C8 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
