2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 354 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 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Chrysler |
| Model | C5 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
