2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1574 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C5 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 132 L |
