2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile SS 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, 1997 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1997 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C5 | SS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
