2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 418 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. 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, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | C3 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 387 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |