1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 79 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Malibu | C5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |