1998 Rover 75 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Rover 75. 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Rover | Citroen |
| Model | 75 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
