2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 332 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.
Because 2010 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
Model | C5 | CTS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |