2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 924 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 2006 Dodge Ram 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 2006 Dodge Ram. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C5 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 129 L |
