2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 444 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C4 | 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C4 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
