2006 Citroen C6 vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Citroen C6 is newer by 2 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C6. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C6 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2004 Pontiac GTO.
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, 2006 Citroen C6, 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 (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C6 | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | C6 | GTO |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |