2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 128 kg more than 1999 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour. 2000 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 1999 Ford Contour | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Contour |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5625 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 56 L |