2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Pontiac Sunfire

To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 374 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire.

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, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C4 2005 Pontiac Sunfire
Make Citroen Pontiac
Model C4 Sunfire
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2189 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 76 L


 

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