2010 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 515 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 73 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvette | C5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 638 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 818 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4475 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1237 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 71 L |
