2003 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2004 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Citroen C5. 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, 2004 Dodge Intrepid (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C5. 2004 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C5 | 2004 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C5 | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
