2007 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 302 kg more than 2007 Citroen C2. 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 Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Citroen C2 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Citroen Pontiac
Model C2 Grand Prix
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 3786 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 126 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 143 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.5 mm 96.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1045 kg 1347 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 5040 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2320 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 64 L


 

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