2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 524 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5.
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, 2009 Citroen C5 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Equinox | C5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 71 L |
