2003 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 7 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 68 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 208 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, 2010 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Pontiac | Citroen |
Model | Grand Prix | C8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |