2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C5 and 2009 Dodge Sprinter were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (152 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5.
Because 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 2009 Dodge Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C5 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |
