2011 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 492 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Durango | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Citroen |
| Model | Durango | C5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 528 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3043 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 71 L |
