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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (205 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C-Crosser. (154 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C-Crosser.
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 (380 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (285 Nm). 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 | 2946 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
