2004 Pontiac GTO vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 890 kg more than 2011 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Pontiac GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C1, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GTO (495 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac GTO | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Citroen |
| Model | GTO | C1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5669 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |
