2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 82 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Berlina 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 2003 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2003 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | C5 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
