2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2009 Citroen C5

To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,158 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 483 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy 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, 2003 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2003 GMC Envoy 2009 Citroen C5
Make GMC Citroen
Model Envoy C5
Year Released 2003 2009
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4158 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 1527 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 68 L


 

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