2008 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Optra and 2008 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 316 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Optra | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Optra | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1491 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
