2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5.
Because 2010 SsangYong Chairman W 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 2010 SsangYong Chairman W. 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, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W 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. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2010 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C5 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
