2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 65 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.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Impala (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2010 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | C5 | Impala |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
