1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Citroen C5
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 67 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Avanti Avanti 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 1988 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Avanti | Citroen |
| Model | Avanti | C5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2760 mm |
