1990 Audi 200 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 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Audi 200.
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, 2000 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 200. 2000 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi 200 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 Audi 200 | 2000 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
