2005 Chevrolet Express 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 Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1134 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | C5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |
