2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 4 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | C5 | Impala |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1851 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
