2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 324 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |
