2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 405 would be higher. Both 2000 Citroen C5 and 1987 Peugeot 405 are equipped with a 1,769 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (92 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 405. 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (184 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C5 | 405 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
