2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 5 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 202 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Malibu | C5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |