2011 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 317 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 2011 Chrysler 300 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 2011 Chrysler 300. 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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chrysler 300 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | 300 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5044 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
