2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, both 2007 Citroen C4 and 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (181 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4. 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, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Citroen C4 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Citroen Pontiac
Model C4 Grand Prix
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 3786 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 181 HP 200 HP
Torque 180 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 96.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 9.4:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1338 kg 1633 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 5040 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.5 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 64 L


 

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