2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 741 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | C5 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2770 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
