2005 Cadillac DTS vs. 2005 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac DTS and 2005 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DTS (287 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (135 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5.
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, 2005 Cadillac DTS (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5. 2005 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DTS | 2005 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | DTS | C5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
