1989 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1989 Ford Taurus. 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, 1989 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Taurus | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Taurus | C5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2820 mm |
