2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Impala.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2011 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | C5 | Impala |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
