2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
Model | C5 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 98 L |