2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Delta 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler Delta. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Delta weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
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, 2011 Chrysler Delta (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2011 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Chrysler |
| Model | C5 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
