1997 Rover 800 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 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 800 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 167 kg more than 1997 Rover 800.
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, 1997 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Rover 800 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Rover | Citroen |
Model | 800 | C5 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2820 mm |