2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 724 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | C5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |
