1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 573 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Suburban | C5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2760 mm |
