2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler 300 and 2004 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2004 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 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5. 2004 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
Model | 300 | C5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3516 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |