1992 Rover 400 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 417 kg more than 1992 Rover 400. 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 400 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Rover | Citroen |
| Model | 400 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
