1998 Ford Contour vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour.
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, 1998 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Contour | C5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1624 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 71 L |