2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 467 kg more than 2001 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Holden Cruze 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, 2001 Holden Cruze 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2001 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | C5 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
