2010 Citroen C4 vs. 2010 Pontiac G3

To start off, both 2010 Citroen C4 and 2010 Pontiac G3 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac G3. (105 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac G3.

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, 2010 Citroen C4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G3. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G3. 2010 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 2010 Pontiac G3 has manual transmission. 2010 Pontiac G3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Citroen C4 2010 Pontiac G3
Make Citroen Pontiac
Model C4 G3
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 2110 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 45 L


 

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