2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 667 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 1973 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, 1973 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | C5 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2300 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 |
