2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1994 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 137 kg more than 1994 Ford Contour.
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, 1994 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 1994 Ford Contour | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Contour |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |