2011 Citroen C5 vs. 1992 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1992 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Firebird (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C5 | 1992 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C5 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 59 L |
