2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1989 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 252 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3.
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, 1989 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1989 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C3 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
