2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2004 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 4 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 780 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 2004 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 2004 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
Model | C5 | Ascender |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3280 mm |