2010 Citroen C5 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 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C5 would be higher. Both 2010 Citroen C5 and 2011 Citroen C5 are equipped with a 2,946 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 208 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2011 Citroen C5.
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, both vehicles can yield 290 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Citroen C5 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 71 L |
