2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 12 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Defender (120 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1390 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 2012 Land Rover Defender 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C5 | Defender |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 115 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |