2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (144 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2006 Saturn Vue.
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 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Citroen | Saturn |
Model | C5 | Vue |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |