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, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 454 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
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 | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
