2009 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 303 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C8 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
