2005 Citroen C6 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2005 Citroen C6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C6. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C6.
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 C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C6 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C6 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2721 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
