2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Land Rover 109 (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C5 | 109 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |