2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Hummer H2
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C5 and 2008 Hummer H2 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1252 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5. 2008 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2008 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hummer |
| Model | C5 | H2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 564 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1651 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 121 L |
