2009 Chevrolet Epica vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Epica and 2009 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Epica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Epica (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Epica should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Epica.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Epica (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Epica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Epica | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Epica | C5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |
