2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1999 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Skoda Octavia.
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, 1999 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1999 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | C5 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
