2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Saturn SC
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C5 and 2001 Saturn SC were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saturn SC (100 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2001 Saturn SC.
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, 2001 Saturn SC (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5. 2001 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2001 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | C5 | SC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
