2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, both 2000 Citroen C5 and 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1251 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.
Because 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
Make | Citroen | Rolls-Royce |
Model | C5 | Corniche |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 324 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 738 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |