2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 816 kg more than 2011 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Citroen |
| Model | Durango | C5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |
