2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Dodge Charger

To start off, both 2006 Citroen C5 and 2006 Dodge Charger were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,063 cc, 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5.

Because 2006 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5. 2006 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen C5 2006 Dodge Charger
Make Citroen Dodge
Model C5 Charger
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2179 cc 6063 cc
Horse Power 135 HP 425 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 570 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 72 L


 

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