2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 123 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2006 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2006 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | C5 | Vibe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |