2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Pontiac G3
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C3 and 2009 Pontiac G3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G3 (105 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3.
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, 2009 Pontiac G3 (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2009 Pontiac G3 | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | C3 | G3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |