1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Citroen C5
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Camaro | C5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1607 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 66 L |
