2009 Citroen C8 vs. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport.
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 C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C8 | 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | C8 | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |