2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 364 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Suburban | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 71 L |
