2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 828 kg more than 2012 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 (488 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | C5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 71 L |
