2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 13 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 320 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | EDGE |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
