2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 8 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1056 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 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Citroen | GMC |
Model | C5 | Canyon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |