1996 Rover 200 vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 497 kg more than 1996 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 200 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Rover | Citroen |
Model | 200 | C5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1527 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |