2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1988 Renault 25.
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, 1988 Renault 25 (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
