2007 Citroen C5 vs. 1986 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville.
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 Citroen C5 (314 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 1986 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C5 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2178 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
