2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva.
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, 2000 Citroen C5 (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2300 mm |
