2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1972 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 GMC Suburban (238 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 697 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 GMC Suburban 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, 1972 GMC Suburban (481 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1972 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | C5 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 7445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3300 mm |
