2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Sunbird would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (111 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 526 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. 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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C5 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |
