2000 Ford Equator vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 347 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C5 (285 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Equator | C5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 2946 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1555 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2760 mm |
