2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 980 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | GMC | Citroen |
| Model | Sierra | C5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2760 mm |
