2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 8 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 841 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 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C5 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
