1995 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 450 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Explorer | C5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
