2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C3 and 2009 Pontiac Vibe were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe 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 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. 2009 Pontiac Vibe has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Pontiac Vibe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2009 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | C3 | Vibe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |