1998 Rover 400 vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400.
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 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400. 2010 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 400 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Rover | Citroen |
| Model | 400 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2820 mm |
