2011 GMC Terrain vs. 2010 Citroen C5

To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain 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. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 318 kg more than 2010 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2011 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2011 GMC Terrain 2010 Citroen C5
Make GMC Citroen
Model Terrain C5
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type Crossover Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2400 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 233 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1442 kg
Vehicle Length 4707 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1849 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2858 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 66 L


 

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