2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Ford e-Ka
To start off, both 2000 Citroen C5 and 2000 Ford e-Ka were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,758 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Ford e-Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Ford e-Ka. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford e-Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2000 Ford e-Ka. 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 e-Ka (190 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (161 Nm). This means 2000 Ford e-Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2000 Ford e-Ka | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | e-Ka |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
