1994 Rover 200 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. 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 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Rover | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
