2005 Citroen C vs. 2005 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C and 2005 Pontiac G6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac G6 (200 HP) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 414 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. 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, 2005 Pontiac G6 (285 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C. 2005 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C | 2005 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | C | G6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 116 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |