2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 2006 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (244 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | C5 | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1666 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
