2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Holden Cruze
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C5 and 2001 Holden Cruze were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2001 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 563 kg more than 2001 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Holden Cruze 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, 2001 Holden Cruze 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2001 Holden Cruze | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | C5 | Cruze |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |