2010 GMC Savana vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 920 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2010 GMC Savana | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | GMC | Citroen |
Model | Savana | C5 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |