2002 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 GMC Sierra

To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1188 kg more than 2002 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Citroen C5 2006 GMC Sierra
Make Citroen GMC
Model C5 Sierra
Year Released 2002 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1769 cc 5996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 345 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 515 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85.1 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.2:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 2478 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 5850 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 98 L