2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Torrent 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Torrent.
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, both vehicles can yield 285 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2007 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C5 | Torrent |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
