2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac G6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac G6. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2006 Pontiac G6. 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, 2006 Pontiac G6 (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | C5 | G6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |