2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 6 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | C5 | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 49 L |
