2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, both 2000 Citroen C5 and 2000 Ford Contour were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 8 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5. 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 Ford Contour (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5. 2000 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 2000 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 | 2000 Ford Contour | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Contour |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1418 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 | 54 L |