2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 577 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (295 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | C5 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 2271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 129 L |
