2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 7 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (181 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | C5 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 16.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
