2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Dodge Avenger
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C5 and 2008 Dodge Avenger were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Avenger.
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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Avenger. 2008 Dodge Avenger 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. 2008 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2008 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | C5 | Avenger |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |