2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Citroen C5

To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 924 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Express 2009 Citroen C5
Make Chevrolet Citroen
Model Express C5
Year Released 2004 2009
Body Type Van Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4294 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 195 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 190 Nm
Engine Bore Size 102.1 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 11.0:1
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2366 kg 1442 kg
Vehicle Length 6210 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 2090 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 3940 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 66 L