2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 4 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 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | C5 | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |