2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 5 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hummer |
| Model | C5 | H3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 87 L |
