2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 12 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 12 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | C5 | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
