2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 22 kg more than 2011 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Silverado | C5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |
