2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2000 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 792 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2000 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Avalanche | C5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |