2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1994 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 589 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 205. 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1994 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C5 | 205 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
