2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 115 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 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | C5 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
