2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO

To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 681 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.

Because 2013 Dodge DURANGO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Dodge DURANGO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Citroen C5 2013 Dodge DURANGO
Make Citroen Dodge
Model C5 DURANGO
Year Released 2001 2013
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 207 HP 286 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 83 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1548 kg 2229 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 5075 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2172 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1801 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3042 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.7 L/100km 8.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.8 L/100km 13 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 93 L