2003 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Citroen C5
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler 300. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2003 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Citroen C5 (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | 300 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
