2008 Pontiac G6 vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G6 (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (205 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G6.
Because 2008 Pontiac G6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Pontiac G6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Pontiac G6 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G6 | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Citroen |
| Model | G6 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
