2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen C5 (285 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Colorado | C5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
