2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,299 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 403 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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 (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2005 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Avalanche | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5299 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |
