2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2003 Rover City is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover City (84 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover City should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 278 kg more than 2003 Rover City.
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, 2003 Rover City (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Rover City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 2003 Rover City | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | C5 | City |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 84 HP |
Torque | 115 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 37 L |