2012 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Citroen C-Crosser
To start off, both 2012 Citroen C5 and 2012 Citroen C-Crosser were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C-Crosser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C-Crosser (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C-Crosser should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5.
Because 2012 Citroen C-Crosser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C-Crosser 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 Citroen C-Crosser (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C-Crosser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Citroen C5 | 2012 Citroen C-Crosser | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | C-Crosser |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
