2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C4 and 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 419 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (216 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C4 | 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | C4 | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |