2004 GMC Yukon vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 412 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Yukon 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 2004 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | GMC | Citroen |
| Model | Yukon | C5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
