2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 GMC Savana. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 733 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5.
Because 2000 GMC Savana 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 2000 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2000 GMC Savana (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5. 2000 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2000 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | C5 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 117 L |
