2003 Citroen C8 vs. 2003 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C8 and 2003 Pontiac G6 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac G6 (286 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C8 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2003 Pontiac G6.
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, 2003 Pontiac G6 (369 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C8. (190 Nm). This means 2003 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C8. 2003 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C8 | 2003 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C8 | G6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
