2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Citroen C
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Malibu and 2005 Citroen C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 319 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Citroen C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Malibu | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 116 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1459 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |