1997 Ford Puma vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Puma would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma. 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Puma | C5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
