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, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 430 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 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 | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
