2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville.
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, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C6 | 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | C6 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |