2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 4 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (117 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hummer |
| Model | C5 | H2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 564 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 121 L |
