1996 Opel Calibra vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 403 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Calibra | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Opel | Citroen |
Model | Calibra | C5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1593 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |