2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 649 kg more than 2007 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C5 | 2008 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | C5 | Charger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 341 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |