1991 Auverland A3 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Auverland A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Auverland A3 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1991 Auverland A3. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Auverland A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 324 kg more than 1991 Auverland A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Auverland A3. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Auverland A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Auverland A3 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Auverland | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
