2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 131 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (112 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | C5 | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 49 L |
