2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 295 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 2010 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | C5 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
