2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 Citroen C5. 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, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | C5 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |