2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (131 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 131 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Citroen C5 (314 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | C5 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
