1999 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 Lancia Delta. 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Delta | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Lancia | Citroen |
Model | Delta | C5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |