1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2000 Citroen C5

To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610.

Because 1990 Alpine A 610 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 1990 Alpine A 610. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5. 2000 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1990 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1990 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Alpine A 610 2000 Citroen C5
Make Alpine Citroen
Model A 610 C5
Year Released 1990 2000
Engine Size 2975 cc 2197 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 248 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 314 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1414 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1480 mm


 

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