2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 9 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (264 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 444 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Taurus |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |