2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Astra (89 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra.
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, 1998 Opel Astra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C5 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
