1995 Citroen C vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1995 Citroen C. 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen C | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C | C5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
