2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 5 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 530 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, 2005 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2005 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
