2003 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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 Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Citroen |
| Model | Grand Prix | C4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
