2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C5 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 98 L |
