2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 596 kg more than 2005 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon 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, 2003 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2003 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | C5 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 4820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 2262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |
