1986 GMC Suburban vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 GMC Suburban. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 790 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 1986 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Suburban | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | GMC | Citroen |
| Model | Suburban | C5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
