2001 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 363 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2011 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Cavalier | C5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 71 L |
