2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Silverado and 2005 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 695 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Silverado | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
